Ch.12 - L1 HW

Which of the following is defined as a fixed pattern of behavior that is unlearned in a species?

• Flow

• Evolution

• Instinct

• Approach/Avoidance Conflict

• Self-actualization

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

Incentive Theory is best described as being

• deprived of something
• goal driven
• delayed gratification

Engaging in a behavior because it's personally rewarding is _______ motivation

• Intrinsic
• Instinct
• External

Someone might develop a habit according to Drive-Reduction Theory in order to

• give in to instincts
• reduce drives
• get a reward

Money, admiration and recognition are

• Intrinsic rewards

• Extrinsic rewards

• Motivators

• Hygienes

Motivation is defined by psychologists as

• an impulse to accomplish something of significance.

• rigidly patterned behavior characteristic of all people.

• a need or desire that energizes and directs behavior toward a goal.

• the cause of behavior.

• an external reward or goal that pushes a person toward accomplishments.