AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

MOTIVATION AND EMOTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The concept of homeostasis is most closely associated with which motivation theory?
A
Instinct/evolutionary theory
B
Drive-reduction theory
C
Optimal arousal theory
D
Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Drive reduction theory centers around the idea of homeostasis. That is, humans are drawn to behaviors that can help them achieve physical and mental equilibrium. The core premise is that motivation comes from your biological needs.

Detailed explanation-2: -According to the drive theory of motivation, deviations from homeostasis create physiological needs. These needs result in psychological drive states that direct behavior to meet the need and, ultimately, bring the system back to homeostasis.

Detailed explanation-3: -Drive-reduction theory is based on the concept of homeostasis, which is the idea that the body actively works to maintain a state of balance or equilibrium.

Detailed explanation-4: -The correct answer is a. Arousal theory can be seen as describing the homeostatic balance of one’s arousal (or stimulation) level, such as taking on more work when one’s arousal level drops.

Detailed explanation-5: -A theory of motivation developed by Clark L. Hull, the Drive-Reduction Theory focuses on how motivation originates from biological needs or drives. In this theory, Hull proposed a person’s behaviour is an external display of his desire to satisfy his physical deficiencies.

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