Which of the following pairs is associated with the earliest development of behaviorism?
A) Pavlov and Watson
B) Skinner and Thorndike
C) Skinner and Pavlov
D) Watson and James

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Pavlov and Watson are associated with the earliest development of behaviorism. Pavlov's work on classical conditioning and Watson's belief in the importance of observable behavior in psychology were foundational to the behaviorist movement. Skinner and Thorndike built upon this foundation, while Skinner and Pavlov were active at around the same time. James, while an influential psychologist, was not associated with the development of behaviorism.

Which of the Following Pairs Is Associated with the Earliest