Asked by Ariella Ruggiero on Jun 03, 2024

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According to drive theory of motivation,if you drink water when you are thirsty,then what is the result of drinking

A)  need reduction and physiological equilibrium 
B)  drive reduction and physiological equilibrium 
C)  drive production and an incentive 
D)  need production and an incentive

Drive Theory

A psychological theory that posits human behavior is motivated by biological drives that seek homeostasis.

Physiological Equilibrium

The state of balance or stability in the body's internal environment, maintained through various biological processes.

Drive Reduction

A theory in psychology that posits that actions are motivated by the desire to reduce internal drives, such as hunger, that arise from biological needs.

  • Comprehend the drive theory of motivation and its implications for behavior change.
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Zybrea KnightJun 05, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
According to drive theory of motivation, thirst is a physiological need that creates a drive (thirst drive) which motivates the individual to drink water. When the individual drinks water, it reduces the drive (thirst drive) which creates drive reduction and physiological equilibrium. Therefore, B is the correct answer.