Ed Had Been Long Thinking of Exchanging His Old Car

question 44

Multiple Choice

Ed had been long thinking of exchanging his old car for a new convertible and so he recently bought himself a Volvo C70.Ed's purchasing activity is most likely driven by _____.

• A) preventive motivation
• B) physiological motivation
• C) homeorhesis
• D) homeostasis
• E) self-improvement motivation

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Definitions:

Psychic Energy

A concept in psychoanalytic theory referring to the energy generated by the unconscious mind that can be directed into various psychological activities or behaviors.

Predictive Utility

The ability of a theory, model, or measurement to accurately forecast or anticipate future events or behaviors based on current data or observations.

Parsimonious

Favoring simplicity and minimalism, especially in explanations that involve the least number of assumptions.

Outcome Expectations

These are beliefs about the expected results of one's behavior, which can influence motivation and action in both social cognitive theory and behavioral psychology.