The Psychology of Motivation Can Be Best Summarized as the Study

question 74

Multiple Choice

The psychology of motivation can be best summarized as the study of

• A) how decisions are made.
• B) the processes underlying goal-directed behavior.
• C) the libido's effects on behavior.
• D) how rewards and punishments affect behavior.

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