Which quote is most similar to Thorndike's concept of instrumental conditioning?
A)"Emotions are a function of beliefs, not events."
B)"Emotions are the outgrowth of passive associations we make with positive and negative stimuli in the world."
C)"Most of our behavior is motivated by factors of which we are not conscious."
D)"We do more of whatever behavior pays off."

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Thorndike's concept of instrumental conditioning states that behavior is strengthened when it is followed by a satisfying consequence, and weakened when it is followed by an unsatisfying consequence. The quote "We do more of whatever behavior pays off" aligns with this idea, suggesting that our behavior is shaped by the consequences that follow it.

Which Quote Is Most Similar to Thorndike's Concept of Instrumental