Children Who Display a Mastery-Oriented Motivational Pattern Are

question 137

Multiple Choice

Children who display a mastery-oriented motivational pattern are:

• A) highly intelligent.
• B) likely to give up when they begin failing at a task.
• C) optimistic and believe they can do better on tasks if they try harder.
• D) likely to avoid difficult tasks.

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Definitions:

Intrinsic Motivation

Intrinsic motivation refers to performing an activity for its inherent satisfaction or pleasure, rather than for some separable consequence or reward.

Extrinsic Motivation

A form of motivation that comes from external rewards, such as money, fame, grades, and praise.

Grade-Point Average

A numerical representation of a student's academic achievement, calculated as an average of the grades obtained in their courses.

Perceive Hunger

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