Linda tells her professor that her dog is very smart. Every time he hears the word "walkies," he runs to get his leash and stands in front of the door. Linda's professor tells her that her dog has learned to do this because, in the past, pleasant walks always followed the word "walkies." Linda's professor is most likely endorsing a __________ explanation.

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The behaviorist explanation suggests that the dog has learned a specific behavior (running to get his leash) based on the association between the word "walkies" and the pleasant experience of going for a walk. This is a core principle of behaviorism, which emphasizes the importance of learning through rewards and punishments.

Linda Tells Her Professor That Her Dog Is Very Smart