Joe Finds He Needs a Certain Amount of Stimulation in His

question 38

Multiple Choice

Joe finds he needs a certain amount of stimulation in his life. Too much stimulation causes him to become overstressed, while too little leaves him bored and unmotivated. Which of the following theories best explains Joe's situation

• A) instinct theory
• B) Self-actualization theory
• C) Drive-reduction theory
• D) Arousal theory

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