A Specific Need or Desire That Arouses an Organism and Directs

question 70

Multiple Choice

A specific need or desire that arouses an organism and directs its behavior toward a goal is known as a(n) ________.

• A) incentive
• B) stimulus
• C) motive
• D) behavior

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Definitions:

Entire Range

The complete spectrum or scope of something, from one end to the other, without any exclusions.

Public Interest Theory

A theory suggesting that government regulation is driven by the need to protect the public from market failures and ensure the well-being of society.

Natural Monopoly

A market condition in which a single company can supply a product or service at a lower cost than any potential competitor, leading to a dominant position that discourages others from entering the market.

Monopoly Power

The ability of a single seller to control market prices and exclude competitors within a particular industry.