Which psychologist took the position that organisms tend to repeat responses that lead to positive outcomes and tend not to repeat responses that lead to neutral or negative outcomes?

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This statement aligns with the principles of operant conditioning, a theory that was heavily researched and promoted by F. Skinner. Skinner argued that behavior is shaped by its consequences, and that organisms learn to repeat behaviors that result in positive outcomes (reinforcement), while avoiding behaviors that lead to negative outcomes (punishment).

Which Psychologist Took the Position That Organisms Tend to Repeat