Motivation/Emotion

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In a quiet forest, a newborn sea turtle hatches from it's egg on the beach. Without being taught or guided, the tiny creature immediately begins to crawl toward the ocean. It dodges obstacles, avoids predators, and keeps moving in the direction of the moonlit water. What theory explains this behavior?

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Instinct Theory

Answer explanation

This behavior is explained by Instinct Theory, which suggests that certain behaviors are innate and hardwired into the organism. The sea turtle's movement toward the ocean is not learned - It's an instinctual drive programmed by evolution to increase its chances of survival.

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After a long day at school, Maya skips lunch and heads straight to soccer practice. By the time she gets home, her stomach is growling, and she feels tired and lightheaded. She rushes to the kitchen and grabs a sandwich and a bottle of water. As she eats, she starts to feel better and more energized. What theory explains her behavior? Options: Approach Conflict Theory, Self-Determination Theory, Instinct Theory, Drive Reduction

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Drive Reduction

Answer explanation

According to Drive Reduction Theory, Maya's hunger created a biological drive (a state of tension or discomfort) that motivated her to reduce that drive by eating. Once she satisfied her hunger, the internal tension decreased, restoring her body to a state of balance (homeostasis).

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Which Approach Conflict Theory is it? Jordan just received acceptance letters from two amazing universities. One is located in a sunny city with a great social scene and top-notch programs. The other is closer to home, equally prestigious, and offers a generous scholarship. He's excited about both, but he can only choose one - and making that decision is stressing him out.

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Approach-Approach Conflict

Answer explanation

This is an Approach-Approach Conflict, where Jordan is torn between two desirable options. Both choices have appealing benefits, but he must give up one to pursue the other, creating internal tension.

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Which Self-Determination Theory is it? Jason is in college and isn't particularly interested in his economics class. However, his parents promised him a new laptop if he finishes the semester with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Because he really wants that laptop, Jason studies hard, attends all his lectures, and turns in assignments on time - because he enjoys the subject.

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Extrinsic Motivation Theory

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What theory explains Maria's sudden change in behavior to attend school daily for free amusement park tickets? Options: Drive Reduction Theory, Incentive Theory, Extrinsic Motivation Theory, Intrinsic Motivation Theory

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Incentive Theory

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What theory explains Eli's preference for games that are just challenging enough to keep him engaged and excited?

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Arousal Theory

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The graph is most closely associated with: Homeostasis, General Adaption Syndrome, Yerkes-Dodson law of Arousal, Misattribution of Arousal

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Yerkes-Dodson law of Arousal

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What theory explains how positivity can lead to building relationships, learning new skills, and gaining confidence, as seen in Priya's experience after landing her first job? Options: Instinct Theory, Self-Determination Theory, Broaden-and-Build Theory, Arousal Theory

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Broaden-and-Build Theory

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According to the broaden-and-build theory of emotion, which of the following is the foundation for well-being missing from the diagram? Experiencing positive emotions, A low level of the Big Five trait of emotional stability, Having an external locus of control, Experiencing a low level of the Big Five trait of agreeableness

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Experiencing positive emotions

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Jasmine is worried about an upcoming exam. Which scenario best illustrates emotion-focused coping?

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Jasmine reaches out to her friends for comfort to reduce her stress.