Which of the following statements describing Skinner's theory of operant conditioning is NOT true?
A)A behavior followed by a rewarding stimulus is likely to be repeated.
B)A behavior followed by a punishing stimulus is less likely to recur.
C)A behavior that is ignored will be repeated.
D)Rewards and punishments shape behavior.

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Skinner's theory of operant conditioning states that a behavior that is ignored is less likely to be repeated. Thus, statement C that says a behavior that is ignored will be repeated is not true.

Which of the Following Statements Describing Skinner's Theory of Operant