Motivation Theories

What theory is flawed because it only "labels" behavior and does not describe it?

• drive-reduction theory
• instinct theory
• incentive theory

When you lack something it is called a(n) _________ 

• drive
• instinct
• need

An internal condition that turns an individual toward a specific goal is a(n) ______

• drive
• need
• pull

The tendency for one's body to return to  a balanced state is called:

• satisfaction
• deprivation
• homeostasis

Drive-Reduction Theory is best explained by understanding there is a ______ something

• lack of
• desire for
• incentive for

What drives an organism to act a certain way in order to satisfy/return to homeostasis?

• psychological need
• biological need
• biological drive

What concept did psychologists overlook regarding Drive-Reduction Theory?

• preferences
• incentives
• pleasure

Incentive Theory is best described as being

• deprived of something
• goal driven
• delayed gratification

An incentive is a

• Pull
• Push

A drive is a 

• Pull
• Push