Based on Thorndike's law of effect, B. F. Skinner formulated a description of this type of learning, in which the consequences of a behaviour affect the probability that the behaviour will be repeated in the future.
A) Classical conditioning
B) Operant conditioning
C) Latent learning
D) Cognitive behaviourism

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B.F. Skinner is known for his work on operant conditioning, which is based on the idea that the consequences of a behavior (reinforcement or punishment) determine the likelihood of that behavior being repeated in the future. This is in line with Thorndike's law of effect, which states that behaviors that are followed by positive consequences are more likely to be repeated, while behaviors that are followed by negative consequences are less likely to be repeated. Classical conditioning, latent learning, and cognitive behaviorism are not directly related to Thorndike's law of effect.

Based on Thorndike's Law of Effect, B