The desire to avoid stress is to ________ theory as the desire to avoid boredom is to ________ theory.

A) arousal;incentive
B) instinct;drive-reduction
C) incentive;instinct
D) drive-reduction;arousal

Drive-Reduction Theory

A theory of motivation suggesting that biological needs create internal drives that seek to be reduced by satisfying those needs.

Arousal Theory

A theory that suggests people are motivated to maintain an optimal level of arousal, neither too high nor too low.

Avoid Stress

Avoiding stress refers to strategies or actions taken to reduce or eliminate sources of tension and anxiety in one’s life.