Aaron is motivated to engage in risky activities simply for the sake of the thrill they give him.His motivation is best explained by

A) arousal theory.
B) instinct theory.
C) drive-reduction theory.
D) the hierarchy of needs.

Arousal theory suggests that individuals engage in certain behaviors, such as risky activities, in order to maintain an optimal level of arousal or excitement. Aaron's motivation to seek out the thrill provided by these activities aligns with this theory.