Question

Otto is so driven to become a school psychologist that he spends every night studying. This sentence describes the wants or needs that direct behavior toward a goal, also called ________. A. dysphoria B. habit C. instinct D. motivation

Answer 1

Answer:

This sentence describes the wants or needs that direct behavior toward a goal, also called D. motivation.

Explanation:

Motivation is a need, a state of alert which drives an individual towards obtaining a goal. It tends to be intrinsic, meaning it comes from within, which tends to be more successful.

This sentence describes Otto's motivation; his drive to becoming a school psychologist by spending every night studying.

Answer 2

Answer:

The correct answer is D. Motivation

Explanation:

Motivation is what causes you to act, whether it is getting a glass of water to reduce thirst or reading a book to gain knowledge.