A(n)________ is a positive or negative environmental stimulus that motivates behavior.
A) instinct
B) incentive
C) drive
D) arousal

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An incentive is an environmental stimulus that motivates behavior as it can be positive, such as a reward, or negative, such as a punishment. Instinct refers to a fixed, unlearned pattern of behavior in response to specific stimuli. Drive is an internal state that motivates behavior to satisfy a physiological need. Arousal refers to the level of alertness and activation in an individual.

A(n)________ Is a Positive or Negative Environmental Stimulus That Motivates