Question

Compare and contrast the drive-reduction theory and the incentive theory of motivation.

Answer 1

Answer:

Incentive theory of motivation suggests that external factors such as reward or punishment serve as a driving force which motivates humans to act. The external factors trigger a person to perform a task or activity to get the reward or avoid the punishment.

The drive-reduction theory explains that internal biological needs of a human trigger a person to act. If these biological needs remain unmet, they cause an internal tension such as hunger. These biological needs serve as a driving force for motivation.