Acquired Motivation Refers to

question 8

Multiple Choice

Acquired motivation refers to

• A) learning to expect reinforcement.
• B) learning to distinguish nutritious items from those that are not.
• C) learning to switch from a state of merely reacting to needs to a state of anticipating them.
• D) learning to replace a specific motive with a more general set of motives.

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Definitions:

McClelland's Need Theory

A motivational theory that identifies three primary needs driving human behavior: Need for Achievement, Need for Power, and Need for Affiliation.

Learned Needs

Psychological needs that are acquired through life experiences and socialization, influencing individuals' behavior and motivations in various contexts.

Affiliation

The sense of connection and belongingness between individuals or groups, often leading to mutually beneficial relationships.

Higher-order Need

A term in psychology referring to needs that go beyond basic survival, such as esteem, intimacy, and self-actualization.