What principle does Albert Bandura's theory share with behaviorist learning theory?

The correct answer highlights a key tenet in both Albert Bandura's social learning theory and traditional behaviorist learning theory: the impact of consequences on behavior. Bandura emphasizes that behaviors are reinforced or discouraged based on the outcomes that follow them. This means that if a behavior results in a positive outcome, it is more likely to be repeated, while negative outcomes can lead to a decrease in that behavior.

In behaviorist learning theory, this principle is central, as it posits that behaviors are shaped by reinforcements (rewards) and punishments. Bandura adds depth to this idea by including the role of observational learning, where individuals can learn by witnessing the behaviors of others and the subsequent consequences those behaviors bring. However, at its core, the shared understanding is that consequences play a significant role in shaping behavior, which is fundamental to both approaches to learning.

The other options do not encapsulate the essential shared principle accurately. While some may relate to aspects of learning and development, they do not convey the fundamental relationship between behavior and consequences that is central to both Bandura's theory and traditional behaviorism.