Thorndike's Explanation of the Learning That Took Place in His

question 19

Multiple Choice

Thorndike's explanation of the learning that took place in his puzzle box involved all of the following except

• A)the animal's knowledge
• B)the animal's satisfaction
• C)a strengthening of S-R connections
• D)the law of effect

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Definitions:

Preoperational Stage

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, typically from ages 2 to 7, characterized by symbolic thinking, egocentrism, and a lack of logical reasoning.

Represent Objects

The process of using symbols, words, or other means to depict or stand in for real-world entities or concepts.

Piaget

A Swiss developmental psychologist best known for his theory of cognitive development that describes how children develop logical thinking over time.

Pretend Play

Imaginative play where children create scenarios and roles that mimic real life or fantastical situations.