Information Coming into the Central Nervous System Is Transmitted Along

question 116

Multiple Choice

Information coming into the central nervous system is transmitted along ________ neurons.

• A) afferent
• B) sensory
• C) efferent
• D) afferent and sensory
• E) sensory and efferent

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Definitions:

Drive-Reduction

A theory of motivation that posits that behavior is driven by the need to reduce internal states of tension caused by unmet biological needs.

Incentive

A factor that motivates or encourages someone to do something, often linked to rewards or punishments.

Optimal Level

Pertains to the most favorable or advantageous level or stage of a process, activity, or variable.

Drive Reduction

A theory in psychology suggesting that motivation arises from the desire to reduce internal tension caused by unmet biological needs, such as hunger or thirst.