The observation that we enjoy stimulating activities such as driving in fast cars or riding roller coasters is inconsistent with __________ theories.
A)humanistic
B)drive-reduction
C)instinct
D)primary drive

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Drive-reduction theory suggests that we are motivated to engage in activities that reduce our physiological needs or drives, such as hunger or thirst. However, the enjoyment of stimulating activities, like driving in fast cars or riding roller coasters, does not necessarily reduce any physiological needs. Therefore, this is inconsistent with drive-reduction theory.

The Observation That We Enjoy Stimulating Activities Such as Driving