Which of the following situations is most likely to occur according to the law of effect?

A. A person who receives a reply that is less interesting than an ongoing lecture is more likely to keep on texting.
B. A person who injures his knee while exercising a few times is more likely to exercise more often.
C. A person who feels less energetic after drinking coffee one morning is more likely to have coffee every morning.
D. A person who receives a desired message is more likely to check e-mails more often.


Answer: D

Psychology

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