A basic premise of reinforcement theory states: behaviour that results in pleasant outcomes is likely to be repeated, and behaviour that results in unpleasant outcomes is not likely to be repeated. This premise is known as the ___. A) outcome likelihood estimator B) law of effect C) reinforcement imperative D) behavioural results rule E) behavioural consequences paradigm

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The premise described in the question is known as the law of effect in reinforcement theory. The law of effect states that behaviour that leads to satisfying consequences is likely to be repeated, while behaviour that leads to unsatisfying consequences is less likely to be repeated.

A Basic Premise of Reinforcement Theory States: Behaviour That Results