Skinner felt that most human behavior affects,or operates on,the environment to receive a desirable consequence.This type of behavior is learned through _____ conditioning.
A) operant
B) achieved
C) respondent
D) perceived

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Skinner's theory is based on operant conditioning, which involves modifying behavior through the use of positive or negative consequences. Through this conditioning, individuals learn to associate certain behaviors with certain outcomes, leading to an increase or decrease in that behavior over time. Thus, option A) operant is the best choice to complete the sentence.

Skinner Felt That Most Human Behavior Affects,or Operates On,the Environment