According to the Principle of Least Interest, a Person Will

question 58

True/False

According to the principle of least interest, a person will gain power in a group as she decreases her commitment to the group.

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Definitions:

Drive-Reduction Theory

A theory of motivation suggesting that biological needs create internal states of tension or arousal—called drives—which organisms are motivated to reduce.

Biological Concept

Fundamental ideas or principles that relate to the biological sciences, encompassing a wide range of phenomena from genetic inheritance to evolution.

Arousal Theory

A theory of motivation suggesting that people are motivated to maintain an optimal level of alertness and physical and mental activation.

Extrinsic Motivation

Motivation driven by external rewards, such as money, fame, grades, or praise.