Drives serve to activate responses that are aimed at reducing the drive, thereby returning the body to a more normal state called ________.
A) stability
B) equilibrium
C) homeostasis
D) physiological balance

Question

Drives serve to activate responses that are aimed at reducing the drive, thereby returning the body to a more normal state called ________.
A) stability
B) equilibrium 
C) homeostasis 
D) physiological balance

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Homeostasis refers to the ability of the body to maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions. Drives stimulate responses in the body that aim to restore homeostasis by reducing the drive and returning the body to a more stable state.

Drives Serve to Activate Responses That Are Aimed at Reducing