Which theory would be most likely to predict that rats are motivated to explore precisely those areas of an experimental maze where they receive mild electric shocks?

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Arousal theory suggests that organisms are motivated to maintain an optimal level of arousal. In this case, the mild electric shocks could increase arousal, prompting the rats to explore those areas to maintain or achieve their desired arousal level.

Which Theory Would Be Most Likely to Predict That Rats