Which of the Following Is True According to Self-Determination Theory

question 93

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true according to self-determination theory?

• A)Self-determination theory is a drive reduction theory.
• B)Organismic needs arise from deficits.
• C)The needs emphasized in the self-determination theory concern personal growth, not the filling of deficiencies.
• D)When behaviors serve the needs for competence, autonomy, and relatedness, individuals experience extrinsic motivation.

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A phenomenon where the desire for harmony in a decision-making group leads to an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Stereotyping

involves assigning fixed and oversimplified beliefs or attributes to individuals based on their membership in a particular group, often leading to prejudice and discrimination.

Accurate Information

Data or facts that are correct, precise, and free from errors or distortions.

Self-Enhancement

A psychological tendency to view oneself more favorably and promote one's positive qualities to others.