What would be Thorndike's response to the question: "What is the best way to predict the likelihood that an organism will repeatedly engage in a specific behavior?"
A) An organism's behavior will generally mimic that of its closest genetic ancestor.
B) If a behavior helps the organism find a mate, the organism will engage in the behavior.
C) An organism will imitate the behavior it sees other organisms engaging in.
D) If a behavior provides pleasure, the organism will engage in the behavior.

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Thorndike's Law of Effect states that behaviors that are followed by positive consequences (such as pleasure) are more likely to be repeated. Therefore, the best way to predict the likelihood that an organism will repeatedly engage in a specific behavior is to determine whether that behavior provides pleasure or some other positive outcome.

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