While taking a psychology exam, Millie got up and shut the classroom door because of some noisy students in the hall. Which theory explains Millie's behaviour?
A) homeostasis
B) arousal theory
C) instinct theory
D) intrinsic motivation

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Arousal theory explains that individuals are motivated to seek an optimal level of arousal, and Millie's behaviour of shutting the door was a way of reducing the external stimuli (noise) to reach that optimal level.

While Taking a Psychology Exam, Millie Got Up and Shut