The theory stating that behaviors are motivated by an organism's attempts to reduce tension from conditions such as hunger or thirst, and return the body to a state of balance, is called ________ theory

Respuesta :

Answer:

Drive reduction

Explanation:

According to this theory an organism acts to remedy the discomfort that is being caused to it by the need of something. The need or drive can cause discomfort that may be psychological or physiological.

The stronger the drive is the stronger the reaction it elicits from the organism. The reaction causes the drive to go down. It is a process that is instinctual and innate to the organism.

Hence, the statement describes drive reduction theory.

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