Which Individual's Behavior May MOST Easily Be Explained by the Arousal

question 325

Multiple Choice

Which individual's behavior may MOST easily be explained by the arousal theory of motivation?

• A) Artie,who rode ten different roller coasters in one day
• B) Barry,who bought an expensive watch he couldn't resist
• C) Callista,who studied for long hours to earn a good grade
• D) Dharma,who ate a chocolate bar when she felt weak

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