AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

MOTIVATION AND EMOTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Cody loves to skateboard. The higher in the air he goes and the farther he travels, the better. Which theory best explains Cody’s motivation?
A
incentive
B
instinct
C
drive-reduction
D
optimum arousal
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Instinct theory (evolutionary perspective) focuses on genetically predisposed behaviors for all members of a given species.

Detailed explanation-2: -Arousal theory: A theory stating that individuals are motivated to perform behaviors in order to maintain an optimal arousal level, typically a moderate level.

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