One Problem with the Idea of Motivation as Drive Reduction

question 10

Multiple Choice

One problem with the idea of motivation as drive reduction is that

• A) because some motivated behaviors do not seem to be based on physiological
• Needs, they cannot be explained in terms of drive reduction.
• B) it fails to explain any human motivation.
• C) it cannot account for homeostasis.
• D) it does not explain the hunger drive.

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