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Edward Thorndike studied animal behavior and learning processes. He formulated a theory of learning based on his research. The law of effect is one component of that theory. What does this law state?
  1. Conditioned responses cannot be unlearned.
  2. Learning is lost through not performing learned behaviors.
  3. Responses may be altered by a resulting state of affairs in the environment.
  4. Environment largely controls responses.
Explanation
Answer: C - The law of effect states that if a response is followed by a favorable state of affairs, it is strengthened; the converse is also true. Thorndike also posited that not doing learned behavior results in forgetting, in his law of exercise.
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