Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. "Edward Thorndike was the first to use the term operant behaviour. "
2. "B. F. Skinner was diametrically opposed to the consequence-based conceptualization of learning studied by Thorndike. "
3. "John Watson's approach to the study of learning focused on reinforcement and punishment. "
4. "Both reinforcers and punishers increase the future likelihood of behaviour. "
5. "Skinner defined reinforcers and punishers based on whether or not most people would find them enjoyable. "
1. FALSE
2. FALSE
3. FALSE
4. FALSE
5. FALSE
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