Which theorist believed that most of learning occurred by trial and error?

A) Thorndike
B) Watson
C) Skinner
D) Pavlov


Answer: A

Psychology

You might also like to view...

Following extinction, a conditioned stimulus is presented and the conditioned response occurs. This process is referred to as:

a. backward conditioning b. reverse extinction c. spontaneous recovery d. reinforcement

Psychology

Which of the following describes an orientation to care for oneself?

A. self-differentiation B. self-compassion C. self-esteem D. self-awareness

Psychology

What percent of marriages today are likely to end in divorce?

a. 10% b. 45% c. 60% d. 75%

Psychology

LeRoy is listening to a story about a great American hero. This hero went through incredible odds and endured tremendous stress. Knowing what you do about stress, what personality trait did this hero undoubtedly possess that protected him from the harmful effects of stress?

a. autonomy c. external locus of control b. extroversion d. hardiness

Psychology