Almost every time Angelo tries to shoot baskets, he misses the hoop; sometimes his shots miss the backboard entirely. Based on the law of effect, it is likely that Angelo will
A) become highly motivated to perfect his shooting.
B) develop a fear of basketball courts.
C) lose interest in all sports.
D) stop playing basketball.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The law of effect suggests that behaviors followed by pleasant outcomes are likely to be repeated, while those followed by unpleasant outcomes are less likely to be repeated. Since Angelo consistently misses shots, this negative outcome is likely to decrease his behavior of playing basketball.

Almost Every Time Angelo Tries to Shoot Baskets, He Misses