According to Thorndike's Theory of Identical Elements, in Which One

question 66

Multiple Choice

According to Thorndike's theory of identical elements, in which one of the following situations are we most likely to find positive transfer?

• A) Alice learns how to plant corn and then learns how to prune a hedge.
• B) Brianne learns how to add 2-digit numbers and then learns how to add 3-digit numbers.
• C) Cathy learns early British history and then learns early Japanese history.
• D) Devlin learns how to play softball and then learns how to play poker.

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Personality

The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character, influencing their behaviors and attitudes.

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External influences that can impact an individual's behavior or performance, such as environmental conditions, social pressures, or task characteristics.

Self-esteem

An individual's sense of their own value and worth.

Belief

The acceptance that something exists or is true, especially without proof.