After working all afternoon cleaning up the attic, Mr. Dixon is very thirsty and drinks a big glass of orange juice. His motivation to drink in order to reduce his feeling of thirst can best be explained by:
A) self-determination theory.
B) drive theories.
C) incentive theories.
D) arousal theory.

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Drive theories propose that physiological needs create an arousal state that drives us to satisfy those needs, such as drinking when thirsty. Mr. Dixon's motivation to drink orange juice to reduce his feeling of thirst is a classic example of drive reduction theory.

After Working All Afternoon Cleaning Up the Attic, Mr