When you feel cold, you engage in behavior to reduce this unpleasant feeling, such as putting on your coat. This desire to reduce internal tension is a crucial aspect of _____ theories of motivation.
A) drive
B) arousal
C) instinct
D) incentive

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Drive theories of motivation suggest that internal tension, or a drive, motivates us to engage in behavior that reduces this tension or satisfies a need. Feeling cold creates a drive to engage in behavior that reduces this discomfort, such as putting on a coat.

When You Feel Cold, You Engage in Behavior to Reduce