Deci and Ryan Have Identified Which of the Following as Three

question 46

Multiple Choice

Deci and Ryan have identified which of the following as three basic human needs?

• A) competence, self-determination, relatedness
• B) ability, autonomy, self-determination
• C) competence, relatedness, autonomy
• D) competence, control, ability

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Definitions:

Depth Perception

The ability to perceive the world in three dimensions and to judge the distance of objects.

Emotional Reactions

Immediate responses to stimuli or situations that involve feelings, ranging from happiness and love to anger and fear.

Internal Locus

A psychological term referring to individuals who believe they have control over their own life events and outcomes, as opposed to external forces.

External Locus

A belief that one's life events are largely controlled by external forces or factors beyond one's personal control.