Tyra's mouth is dry and she realizes that she hasn't had anything to drink all morning. The water level in her cells has dropped and she feels thirsty. She immediately stops what she is doing and heads for the nearest water fountain. Which of the following can be used to explain why she is motivated to get a drink of water?

A) drive-reduction theory

B) incentive theory

C) arousal theory

D) instincts

A) drive-reduction theory

Explanation:

Drive Reduction Theory: The drive reduction theory was proposed by one of the famous psychologist named Clark Hull in 1943, and it was considered as the first motivation's theory. The theory explains the motivation perspective but also behavior and learning associated with it. According to Clark Hull, the human body maintains a state of balance or equilibrium which is known as homeostasis, and behavior plays an important role in maintaining equilibrium. He believed that human's motivation arises due to the need to fulfil a few specific things.

Example:

1. Primary drives - thirst, sex, and hunger.

2. Secondary drives - Money (learned through conditioning).

In the question above, drive-reduction theory can be used to explain why Tyra is motivated to get a drink of water.