River is a very active 5-year-old compared to others in his class. He appears to seek a great deal of stimulation and is very playful, curious, and explorative. River's seemingly unlearned motives, which are likely to increase stimulation, are called __________ motives.

A. developmental
B. exploratory
C. stimulus
D. cognitive


Answer: C

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