Which One of the Following Students Is Displaying Extrinsic Motivation

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following students is displaying extrinsic motivation?

• A)Roxanne wants to be an accountant because she likes working with numbers.
• B)Brad wants to be a veterinarian because he loves animals and wants to help them.
• C)Elbert wants to become a professional football player so others will admire him.
• D)Donnetta wants to become an actress because she thinks acting is fun.

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