A particular value defended by a regulatory system, such as body weight or core temperature, is known as
A) motivation.
B) a set point.
C) homeostasis.
D) drive.

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A set point is a particular value defended by a regulatory system, such as body weight or core temperature. Homeostasis refers to the maintenance of internal stability or balance within an organism, which often involves defending a set point. Motivation and drive are concepts related to the psychological factors that influence behavior, and are not directly related to regulatory systems or set points.

A Particular Value Defended by a Regulatory System, Such as Body