Asked by Amanda McDowell on May 11, 2024

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Jack, compared to most other people, appears to need a high level of arousal. He enjoys doing potentially life-threatening hobbies such as skydiving, swimming with sharks, and bungee jumping from bridges. Jack is likely to be ________.

A) a show off
B) mentally unstable
C) a sensation seeker
D) unhealthy

Sensation Seeker

Someone who needs more arousal than the average person.

Arousal

A physiological and psychological state of being awake or reactive to stimuli, often associated with increased cognitive activity and physical readiness.

  • Identify characteristics of sensation seeking behavior and differentiate it from other behaviors.
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Zakirah JaafarMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Jack's behaviors suggest that he enjoys seeking out new and exciting experiences that provide a high level of stimulation, which is characteristic of sensation-seeking behavior. This does not necessarily mean that he is a show off, mentally unstable, or unhealthy.