According to the optimum-level hypothesis, when arousal is too high, motivation derives from __________; when arousal is too low, motivation derives from __________.
A) positive reinforcement; negative reinforcement
B) intermittent reinforcement; conditioned reinforcement
C) understimulation; overstimulation
D) negative reinforcement; positive reinforcement
E) conditioned reinforcement; intermittent reinforcement

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The optimum-level hypothesis suggests that when arousal is too high, individuals are motivated to engage in behaviors that reduce arousal (negative reinforcement), whereas when arousal is too low, they seek activities that increase arousal (positive reinforcement).

According to the Optimum-Level Hypothesis, When Arousal Is Too High