A(n) __________ Is an External Stimulus That Can Motivate Behavior

question 132

Multiple Choice

A(n) __________ is an external stimulus that can motivate behavior even if no drive is initially present.

• A) homeostatic mechanism
• B) motor program
• C) arousal mechanism
• D) incentive

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