Which of the following statements about drive theory is incorrect?

A. According to drive theory, once our behavior successfully reduces a drive, we are more likely to repeat the behavior if the drive reoccurs.
B. According to drive theory, we are driven to develop new physiological needs in order to motivate our own behavior.
C. According to drive theory, deviations from homeostasis create physiological needs.
D. According to drive theory, needs result in psychological drive states that direct behavior to meet the need.


Ans: B. According to drive theory, we are driven to develop new physiological needs in order to motivate our own behavior.

Psychology

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