Thorndike determined that with extensive training, cats will open their mouths in order to gain release from a puzzle box, but will not give a bona fide yawn.This is an example of
A)proactive interference.
B)belongingness.
C)retroactive interference.
D)stereotypy.

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Thorndike's concept of belongingness suggests that learning is more effective when the learner sees a connection between the stimulus and the response. In this case, the cat is learning the association between opening its mouth and gaining release from the puzzle box. However, there is no inherent connection between yawning and gaining release, so the cat does not show that behavior even with extensive training.

Thorndike Determined That with Extensive Training, Cats Will Open Their