Describe Some of the Reasons for Using Animals in Research

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Essay

Describe some of the reasons for using animals in research.

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Definitions:

Equity Model

A theory in social psychology that focuses on maintaining equitable relationships, asserting that individuals feel satisfied when the ratio of their contributions to benefits is equal to that of their partners.

Achievement Motivation Model

A theory that explains an individual's drive to pursue and attain goals or standards of excellence.

Physiological Needs

Basic essential requirements for human survival, such as food, water, warmth, and rest, fundamental to Maslow's hierarchy of needs.

Esteem Needs

According to Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs, these are the fourth level of human needs, involving respect, self-esteem, status, recognition, and strength.