The theory of motivation suggesting that biological needs create an internal state of tension that drives the organism to reduce it is:
AArousal Theory
BIncentive Theory
CDrive-Reduction Theory
DInstinct Theory
Explanation
Drive-Reduction Theory (Clark Hull) states that physiological needs create drives (e.g., hunger) that motivate behavior to restore homeostasis.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Motivation & Emotion
- Subtopic: Motivation Theories
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