Question

according to Thorndike the term association was modified later as​

Answer 1

The law of effect principle developed by Edward Thorndike suggested that: "responses that produce a satisfying effect in a particular situation become more likely to occur again in that situation, and responses that produce a discomforting effect become less likely to occur again in that situation

Answer 2

Edward Thorndike’s theory:

Thorndike's theory was a connotation theory, as most the theories in that time.

He believed that the connotation between stimulus and response was hardened by a reward or sanction.  

He also supposed that motivation was a significant factor in learning.

The law of effect principle was also established by Edward Thorndike

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