Bill Is Viewed by Most People He Knows as Rude,brusque,and

question 23

Multiple Choice

Bill is viewed by most people he knows as rude,brusque,and completely unconcerned with other people's feelings.He,in contrast,describes himself as efficient and task-oriented.Bill's self-description best reflects the motive to

• A) justify our troublesome past behaviours.
• B) justify our failed efforts.
• C) perceive the world accurately.
• D) justify other's perceptions.
• E) succeed at any cost.

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Definitions:

Homeostasis

The process by which biological systems tend to maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival.

Primary Drives

Basic, innate urges that motivate behavior necessary for survival, such as hunger, thirst, sleep, and avoidance of pain.

Secondary Drives

Learned drives that are derived from primary drives or arising from learned associations with satisfying basic needs.

Need

A requirement of some material (such as food or water) that is essential for survival of the organism.