Thorndike's experiments on problem solving in cats showed that the success of a correct movement had no effect unless food was provided as negative reinforcement.

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Thorndike's experiments showed that the success of a correct movement had a positive effect because it led to the cat escaping the puzzle box and receiving food as a reward, demonstrating the law of effect, where behaviors followed by satisfying consequences become more likely to occur.

Thorndike's Experiments on Problem Solving in Cats Showed That the Success