Arrange the following stages of motivation in order. (A) Unsatisfied need (B) Search behavior (C) Drives (D) Reduction of tension Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Option 1 -> (A), (C), (B), (D): Unsatisfied need creates drives, which lead to search behavior, resulting in reduction of tension - follows the natural motivational cycle. Option 2 -> (C), (A), (B), (D): Drives cannot occur before an unsatisfied need exists - illogical sequence. Option 3 -> (B), (A), (D), (C): Search behavior cannot happen before recognizing an unsatisfied need - incorrect order. Option 4 -> (C), (B), (D), (A): Drives before need and unsatisfied need at the end - completely reversed logic. Hence, Option 1: (A), (C), (B), (D) -> The motivation process follows a logical sequence: First, an **unsatisfied need** arises (hunger, thirst, etc.), which creates **drives** (psychological tension), leading to **search behavior** (actions to satisfy the need), and finally **reduction of tension** (satisfaction/equilibrium restored). This represents the classic motivation cycle from need recognition to need fulfillment. -> correct