James is on his high school football team.His coach rewards players for outstanding performance with a gold star on their helmets.This practice best illustrates the use of

A) arousal.
B) drive-reduction.
C) incentives.
D) instincts.

Incentives

External rewards or stimuli that motivate individuals to perform actions or exhibit behaviors.

Helmets

Protective headgear designed to absorb impacts or prevent injuries to the head during activities such as cycling, motorcycling, sports, or construction work.

Arousal

A state of increased physiological and psychological activity, involving the brain, senses, and body systems.