The Currently-Preferred Term for Instinct Is

question 181

Multiple Choice

The currently-preferred term for instinct is

• A) negative incentive.
• B) homeostatic function.
• C) fixed-action pattern.
• D) internal cognition.
• E) external motivation.

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Definitions:

Criminal Acts

Actions or behavior that violate the laws set forth by a governing body, typically resulting in prosecution and potential penalties.

State

A political entity characterized by a defined territory, a permanent population, a government, and the capacity to enter into relations with other such entities.

In Personam Jurisdiction

The authority of a court to exercise power over a particular defendant based on the defendant's personal connections to the location where the court sits.

Serving Process

The act of delivering legal documents such as summons, complaints, or subpoenas to a defendant or a person involved in a court case.