Question
Download Solution PDFGiven below are two statements:
Statement I: Contiguity theory gives no place to effect in learning.
Statement II: Watson's theory gave emphasis on the importance of frequency or exercise in learning.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDF- Statement I is correct because the contiguity theory of learning, also known as connectionism, states that learning occurs through the association of stimuli and responses.
- The theory does not take into account the effect of the response on the organism.
Statement II: Watson's theory gave emphasis on the importance of frequency or exercise in learning.
- This statement is correct. Watson, a behaviourist psychologist, emphasized the significance of frequency and repetition in learning.
- According to his theory, learning occurs through the repeated association of stimuli and responses, leading to the formation of habits.
Therefore, Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
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