With reference to inner states such as thoughts and drives,Skinner said that they
A)are fictional constructs with no real existence.
B)exist,but should not be used to explain behavior.
C)are the foundations for explanations of behavior.
D)motivate,but do not explain,behavior.

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Skinner believed that all behavior can be explained solely by external factors, such as environmental stimuli and reinforcement. He rejected the idea that inner states, such as thoughts and drives, had any explanatory value for behavior, and argued that they should not be used to explain or predict behavior. Therefore, option B best summarizes Skinner's view on inner states.

With Reference to Inner States Such as Thoughts and Drives,Skinner