A lizard moves into the sunlight when its body temperature drops too low, and moves back into the shade when its body temperature gets too warm.This is best explained in terms of:
A)incentive motivation
B)instinct
C)set point
D)homeostasis

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This behavior is best explained in terms of homeostasis, which refers to the body's tendency to maintain a stable internal environment. In this case, the lizard is regulating its body temperature by moving into and out of the sunlight, in order to keep its body within a certain temperature range.

A Lizard Moves into the Sunlight When Its Body Temperature