Human Motivated Behavior Is Unlike the Homeostatic Action of a Home

question 115

Multiple Choice

Human motivated behavior is unlike the homeostatic action of a home thermostat control in that

• A) only the thermostat works to maintain an optimal level.
• B) only people act to raise levels that fall below homeostatic balance.
• C) only thermostats act to raise levels that fall below homeostatic balance.
• D) people anticipate future needs, as well as maintain current homeostasis.

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Definitions:

Nacirema

A term used in anthropology and sociology to examine aspects of the behavior and society of American people, derived by spelling 'American' backwards, popularized by Horace Miner in his article on body rituals.

Sociologists

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Personal Space

The physical area surrounding individuals that they consider psychologically theirs, infringement of which can cause discomfort or distress.

Inborn

Traits, characteristics, or abilities present in an individual from birth, not acquired or developed through experience.