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How would drive reduction theory explain a person accepting a new job with a higher salary but that requires more work and responsibility?
(A) Money is a more powerful incentive for this individual than free time.
(B) This person seeks a higher activity level and takes the job in order to satisfy this drive.
(C) For this person, money is a higher-level need than free time.
(D) The person takes the job to satisfy the secondary drive of increased salary.
(E) Humans instinctively seek greater resources and control over their environment.
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(D) The person takes the job to satisfy the secondary drive of increased salary.
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Explanation
Money is a secondary drive people learn to associate with primary drives. Choice A refers to incentive theory, choice B refers to arousal theory, and choice C refers to the hierarchy of needs. Not all psychologists agree that humans are born with instincts, so choice E is incorrect.
Posted : 21/02/2024 2:25 pm