Question

"Human behavior is varied and often seems unpredictable; also, people sometimes seek out extremely stimulating situations and activities." This statement is MOST likely that of a proponent of the _____ theory of motivation.
A) Instinct
B) Drive-reduction
C) Arousal
D) Extrinsic

Answer 1

Answer:

C) Arousal

Explanation:

Arousal theory of motivation: The arousal theory of motivation was influenced by the work of John Dillingham Dodson and Robert M. Yerkes during 1908.

In psychology, the arousal theory of motivation is described as explaining that every individual or person has a distinct level of arousal that he or she believes to be perfect for him or her. According to this theory, an individual seeks his or her stimulation to maintain an optimal arousal level.

In the question above, the given statement is a proponent of the arousal theory of motivation.