Which of the Following BEST Defines Motivation

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following BEST defines motivation?

• A) A set of externally prescribed behaviours that increases performance.
• B) An internal set of processes that arouse, direct, and maintain attention toward a goal.
• C) A joint influence of internal and external factors that focus on goals.
• D) A process that explains individuals' persistence at tasks.

Recognize the factors influencing demand and supply in competitive markets.

Grasp the concept of marginal utility and how it guides consumer choices and spending.

Identify the substitution and income effects in response to price changes.

Understand the economic rationale behind gift-giving, theft, and market behaviors.

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Definitions:

Indirect Labor

Labor costs of employees who assist in the production process but do not directly work on the production of goods or services.

Factory Overhead

Factory overhead refers to the indirect costs associated with manufacturing, including utilities, maintenance, and management salaries.

Indirect Materials

Materials used in the production process that cannot be directly linked to a specific product, such as lubricants for machines.

Indirect Cost

Expenses that are not directly attributable to a specific business activity or product, such as overhead costs like utilities or rent.