Question

What was the most important role of Tolman’s "cognitive maps" study in the development of cognitive psychology? a. It made us aware of the importance of taking a scientific approach to understanding the mind. b. It forced us to question our prior conceptualization of the mind. c. It made us seriously consider the benefits of using rats in experiments related to human cognition and behavior. d. It entirely refuted the tenets of behaviorism and then led Tolman to establish the "new" view of cognition.

Answer 1

Option D is correct

Step-by-step explanation:

Tolmans experiment demonstrated that organisms can learn even without receiving immediate reinforcement in the form of practice which the behavioral theory emphasizes.