A drive is an aroused, motivated state that is often triggered by a physiological need, such as thirst or hunger. It is a biological and psychological state that compels an organism to act in a certain way to fulfill that need.

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A Drive Refers to

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A drive refers to

A) a rigidly patterned and unlearned behavior characteristic of a species.
B) anything that is perceived as having positive or negative value in motivating behavior.
C) an aroused, motivated state that is often triggered by a physiological need.
D) the body's resting rate of energy expenditure.

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