Extrinsic Motivation Is Defined as the Pursuit of an Activity

question 69

Multiple Choice

Extrinsic motivation is defined as the pursuit of an activity:

• A) for external rewards.
• B) in order to increase one's competence and skills.
• C) for its own sake.
• D) to relieve the state of tension caused by deprivation.

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Definitions:

Internal Functions

Internal functions refer to processes or mechanisms happening within an organism, system, or organization that are essential for its operation or survival.

Body Dissatisfaction

The negative assessment of one's own body appearance, often leading to psychological distress and potentially contributing to eating disorders.

Perfectionism

The pursuit of flawlessness and setting excessively high performance standards.

Internalization

The psychological process through which individuals assimilate and take on the values, beliefs, and norms of their culture or society, making them part of their own value system.