Recent Issues. Chapter 2: The Origins of Cognitive Thought. Quote 9 Post author:B. F. Skinner Foundation Post published:November 15, 2018 Post category:Skinner's Quote of the Day “To think is to do something that makes other behavior possible. Solving a problem is an example. A problem is a situation that does not evoke an effective response; we solve it by changing the situation until a response occurs.” (p. 20) Subscribe to RSS feed here You Might Also Like Upon Further Reflection. Chapter 6: The Evolution of Verbal Behavior. Quote 2 June 2, 2020 Upon Further Reflection. Chapter 7: Cognitive Science and Behaviorism. Quote 18 July 28, 2020 Beyond Freedom and Dignity. Chapter 1: A Technology of Behavior. Quote 2 June 2, 2021