Section: AP Psychology

31) Which of the following statements best depicts the concept of incentive theory?

1. Mike says that he is constantly hungry and eats at least five meals a day to reduce his hunger.
2. Josh has not eaten all day; therefore, he daydreams about pizza.
3. Sandra was extremely thirsty and drank two bottles of water after running two miles.
4. Danni studies hard because her parents reward her by paying $20 for each superior grade that she brings home.
5. Despite low grades, Judd continues to study because he is interested in the material.

The incentive theory of motivation suggests that we are motivated to engage in behaviors in order to gain rewards.