Thorndike proposed that learning occurs because certain responses meet with reinforcement and therefore become more likely to occur. This idea is known as the law of __________.
A) instrumental conditioning
B) effect
C) purpose
D) contingency

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Thorndike's idea that learning occurs as a result of reinforcement leading to increased likelihood of a response is known as the law of effect. The other options (instrumental conditioning, purpose, contingency) may relate to aspects of learning, but they do not specifically describe Thorndike's theory.

Thorndike Proposed That Learning Occurs Because Certain Responses Meet with Reinforcement