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:

Judging

Involves forming opinions or conclusions about people or situations, often without all the necessary information.

Heuristics

Mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that simplify decision making, often useful but sometimes leading to inaccuracies or biases.

Availability Heuristic

A cognitive heuristic that depends on readily accessible examples in an individual’s mind when assessing a particular topic, idea, strategy, or choice.

Improbable Dangers

Perceived threats or risks that have a very low likelihood of occurring.