How did Thorndike's puzzle box work?
A. The animal inside is rewarded with food or water when it presses a lever.
B. The cat inside must learn which level to press in order to escape the box after trial and error.
C. The chimpanzee inside must demonstrate insight in order to receive a food reward.
D. The bird must peck the correct disc on the outside of the box to be rewarded.
Answer: B
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