Which Theory Would Be Most Helpful for Explaining Why People

question 137

Multiple Choice

Which theory would be most helpful for explaining why people are motivated to watch horror movies?

• A) instinct theory
• B) drive-reduction theory
• C) hierarchy of needs theory
• D) arousal theory

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