You overhear a psychologist presenting a lecture to an introductory psychology class. He mentions "purposeful or goal-directed behavior that satisfies a particular physical or psychological need or want." You recognize that the speaker is talking about which type of behavior?

A. motivated
B. emotional
C. frustrated
D. preconscious


Answer: A

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