Thorndike: Trial and Error
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Under Edward Thorndike's 'Trial and Error Theory', one of the secondary laws of learning is the 'Law of Multiple Responses'. Based on a subtle psychological and philosophical analysis of this law, which of the following statements is most authentic and scientifically true regarding its internal mechanism and relevance in the teaching-learning process?
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Detailed Explanation
Along with the primary laws, Thorndike's laws of learning include five secondary or subsidiary laws, of which the 'Law of Multiple Responses' is extremely important.
Key Concept Analysis:
- Law of Multiple Responses: When an individual faces a problem, they try various responses until the correct response or success is achieved.
- Mechanism: Diverse exploratory behavior paves the way for eventually reaching the correct solution through trial and error.
Therefore, option A provides the most authentic and scientifically accurate description of this psychological principle.
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