Regarding Stimulus Motives, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 65

Multiple Choice

Regarding stimulus motives, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Stimulus motives are homeostatic.
• B)Stimulus motives have been observed only in humans.
• C)Stimulus motives include our needs for exploration and manipulation.
• D)The drive for stimulation is already present during infancy.

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Definitions:

Extinguish

In psychology, to diminish a conditioned response by repeatedly presenting the conditioned stimulus without the unconditioned stimulus.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral psychology principle where the removal of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus strengthens a behavior or increases its likelihood of recurrence.

Unpleasant Events

Occurrences or situations that cause discomfort, distress, or unhappiness.

Behaviour Repeated

The act of performing the same action or behavior multiple times, which can lead to habit formation or learning.