The law of effect suggests that:
A)the strength of a reward has no bearing on behaviors.
B)punishment has no impact on undesired behaviors.
C)behaviors followed by a reward are strengthened.
D)punishments are more effective than rewards.

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The law of effect states that behaviors followed by a reward are strengthened. This means that if a behavior is positively reinforced with a reward, it is more likely to be repeated in the future. Punishment may suppress a behavior in the short-term, but it does not lead to long-term changes in behavior. Therefore, option A, B, and D are incorrect.

The Law of Effect Suggests That