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Tyler Paulson
on Dec 27, 2024
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Which of the following describes the Yerkes-Dodson law?
A) An individual's belief in his own capabilities or capacities to complete a task influences his ability to complete the task.
B) Deviations from homeostasis create physiological needs that result in psychological drive states that direct behavior to meet the need and ultimately bring the system back to homeostasis.
C) Humans experience a spectrum of needs ranging from basic biological needs to social needs to self-actualization.
D) Simple tasks are performed best when arousal levels are relatively high, yet complex tasks are performed best when arousal levels are low.
Yerkes-Dodson Law
A theory proposing that there is an optimal level of arousal for the best performance on a task: too little or too much arousal can decrease performance.
Physiological Needs
Basic physical or biological needs required for human survival, such as air, water, food, shelter, and sleep, according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs.
Arousal Levels
The state of being physiologically alert, awake, and attentive, which can be influenced by physical, emotional, and cognitive factors.
- Comprehend the principles of arousal theory and its explanation of behavior and performance.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the principles of arousal theory and its explanation of behavior and performance.