Which of the following theories suggests that a physiological need creates a state of tension that motivates an organism to satisfy the need? a. Opponent-process
b. Drive-reduction
c. Incentive
d. Arousal
e. Gate-control



Option B: Drive-reduction

Explanation:

Motivations

This is described as having feelings or ideas that lead us to act toward a goal/target.

Need

An important or vital requirement of some material that is put in place for the survival of the organism.

Drive

This is a psychological force or tension and physical arousal that occurs due to a need that pushes the organism to act in order to fulfill the need to reduce the tension/force.

Drive reduction theory

This simply states that human behavior is usually as a result of motivated by biological needs. Need by man is one essential factor needed for survival (e.g., food, water, shelter). It ia also said to be a drive is our impulse to act in a way that satisfies a particular need.

The body seeks a balanced internal state. Drives is of two types namely:

1. Primary drives

2. Secondary drives

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the answer is either c or d i think its d