Amir Bites His Fingernails When He Is Nervous or Anxious

question 36

Multiple Choice

Amir bites his fingernails when he is nervous or anxious, and he does so without any intention or even recognition that he is doing so. This is an example of ________, a pattern of behavior in which we regularly engage.

• A) a habit
• B) a motivation
• C) an instinct
• D) homeostasis

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