Motivation Focuses on All of the Following Processes Affecting Behavior

question 31

Multiple Choice

Motivation focuses on all of the following processes affecting behavior EXCEPT:

• A)Energizing
• B)Direction
• C)Cohesiveness
• D)Persistence

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Definitions:

Realistic Conflict Theory

Theory stating that prejudice and discrimination will be increased between groups that are in conflict over a limited resource.

In-Group

A social group to which an individual feels they belong, often characterized by a sense of identity and loyalty.

Out-Group

A social group with which an individual does not identify and may feel competition or hostility towards.

Social Psychology

The scientific study of how a person’s thoughts, feelings, and behavior influence and are influenced by social groups; area of psychology in which psychologists focus on how human behavior is affected by the presence of other people.