The International Space Station Is in Orbit Around Earth

question 46

Multiple Choice

The International Space Station is in orbit around Earth. If an astronaut aboard the station releases an object in mid-air, it will

• A) remain at rest because no gravitational force acts upon it.
• B) be pulled by gravity in orbit around Earth along with the rest of the Space Station.
• C) drop to the floor of the Space Station just as it would on Earth.
• D) accelerate toward the ceiling of the Space Station because of the absence of gravity.

Understand the biological basis of human instinctive behaviors.

Describe the drive-reduction theory and its role in motivating behavior.

Explain the concept of homeostasis and its importance in physiological motivation.

Identify and understand different theories of motivation and their implications.

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