Question

"The current movement of behavior modification, wherein tokens are awarded for correct responses". Which of the following supports this statement?

• A. Herbart's Five Steps
• B. Lock's Tabula rasa
• C. Thorndike's Law of Effect
• D. Thorndike's Law of Exercise

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Thorndike's Law of Effect

Thorndike's Law of Effect is a psychological principle that states that behaviors that are followed by a reward or reinforcement are more likely to be repeated, while behaviors that are followed by punishment are less likely to be repeated. 

Some examples of the law of effect in action include:

• Raising your hand in class when the teacher asks a question

• Training hard for a swim meet and winning first place

• Practicing your act for a talent show and receiving a standing ovation

• Working long hours to ensure you meet a deadline for an important client