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AP Psychology
Multiple Choice

Example of Motivation in Drive-Reduction Theory

Very Easy Unit 7: Motivation, Emotion, Personality Motivational Concepts

Motivation is a fundamental concept in psychology that refers to the processes that initiate, guide, and maintain goal-oriented behaviors. It encompasses various factors that energize us to act in certain ways. A common framework for understanding motivation can be examined through a variety of theories. One classic perspective is the drive-reduction theory, which suggests that unmet biological needs create tension and drive an organism to fulfill those needs. Based on this framework, what would be the best example of motivation according to drive-reduction theory?

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