Luke Needs About Seven Hours of Sleep a Night

question 45

Multiple Choice

Luke needs about seven hours of sleep a night.During his spring break,however,he sleeps 10 hours just because he enjoys it so much.Luke's behavior is difficult to explain with which of the following motivation theories?

• A) drive reduction
• B) incentives
• C) optimal arousal
• D) the pleasure principle

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Definitions:

Inherent

Intrinsic or natural characteristics that are permanently embedded within an entity or individual.

Type A

A behavioral pattern characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-imposed stress, impatience, aggressiveness, and a sense of urgency.

Heart Disease

A range of conditions affecting the heart, including blood vessel diseases, heart rhythm problems, and heart defects.

Repressed Anger

Emotions of anger that are not expressed outwardly but are suppressed within an individual's psyche.