The Major Shortcoming of the Instinct Concept Is That __________

question 104

Multiple Choice

The major shortcoming of the instinct concept is that __________.

• A) instincts have never been shown to exist in any species
• B) the instinct concept is too complex an explanation of most motivated behavior
• C) asserting the existence of an instinct does not help us to understand the behavior in question
• D) it is too physiological in theoretical orientation

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Definitions:

Abating Emissions

The process of reducing the amount of pollutants released into the atmosphere.

Emissions

The act of releasing substances, especially gases or radiation, into the environment as a byproduct of activities like manufacturing or driving.

Emissions Fee

Charge levied on each unit of a firm’s emissions.

Optimum Level

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