The Yerkes-Dodson Law states ________.
A) organisms seek to reduce arousal and maintain homeostasis
B) that intrinsic motivation is more powerful than intrinsic motivation
C) there is an optimal level of arousal for best performance of any task
D) extrinsic motivation is more powerful than intrinsic motivation

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The Yerkes-Dodson Law states that there is an optimal level of arousal for best performance of any task. Too little arousal may lead to boredom and lack of motivation, while too much arousal may lead to anxiety and decreased performance. Therefore, a moderate level of arousal is ideal for peak performance.

The Yerkes-Dodson Law States ________