Multiple Choice
Motivation is best described as
A) the physiological triggers that tell us we may be deprived of something and cause us to seek out what is needed, such as food.
B) the body's physiological processes that allow it to maintain consistent internal states in response to the outer environment.
C) the stimuli we seek to reduce the drives such as social approval and companionship, food, water, and other needs.
D) the physiological and psychological processes underlying the initiation of behaviors that direct organisms toward specific goals.
Correct Answer:

Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q5: The facial feedback hypothesis and the James-Lange
Q20: The "feeding tube" study and the "bottomless
Q21: What is one reason psychologists believe that
Q23: Equipment to measure physiological activity during sexual
Q25: Brain differences between homosexual and heterosexual adults
Q26: Terror management theory predicts that people use
Q28: The four stages of sexual activity include
Q42: Which statement is most consistent with the
Q124: Display rules involve universal, biologically-based emotional displays
Q203: Samantha is currently in therapy for treatment