Which of the Following Is an Example of Developing Sexual

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of developing sexual identity?

• A) Jean holding her infant son to comfort him.
• B) Tara feeling sexually attracted to her friend Lauren.
• C) An adult forcing a minor to engage in sexual intercourse.
• D) Siblings engaging in sexual relations.
• E) Ted feeling comforted by a hug from his father.

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Definitions:

Drive Theorists

Psychologists who suggest that behavior is motivated by the desire to reduce internal tension caused by unmet biological needs.

Homeostatic Mechanism

A process by which biological systems maintain stability and balance in response to external changes.

Incentive

Something that motivates or encourages an individual to take action or to perform a behavior.

External Goal

An objective or target that an individual aims to achieve, which is set outside of themselves, such as career achievements or material possessions.