According to the ____ theory,people will repeat those behaviors that bring desirable consequences and avoid those that fail to bring desirable consequences or that bring aversive consequences.
A) equity
B) expectancy
C) two-factor
D) hierarchy of needs
E) reinforcement

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The given theory is the fundamental principle of reinforcement theory, which asserts that behavior is shaped by its consequences. People tend to repeat those behaviors that lead to positive outcomes, and avoid those that lead to negative outcomes or no outcomes at all. So, reinforcement theory is based on the idea that behavior is shaped by its consequences, either through reinforcement or punishment. Choice E is the reinforcement theory.

According to the ____ Theory,people Will Repeat Those Behaviors That