The Perspective That Focuses on an Individual's Response to Rewards

question 8

Multiple Choice

The perspective that focuses on an individual's response to rewards and punishments in a given environment is the ________ perspective.

• A) sociocultural
• B) social learning
• C) evolutionary
• D) social cognitive

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Definitions:

Motivation

An inferred process within a person or animal that causes movement either toward a goal or away from an unpleasant situation.

Unpleasant Situation

A scenario or event that is disagreeable, uncomfortable, or causes distress to an individual.

Extrinsic Motivation

Motivation driven by external rewards such as money, fame, grades, or praise.

External Rewards

Benefits or incentives provided by an external source, such as money, praise, or recognition, that motivate behavior.