Some Motivational Researchers Make an Important Distinction Between Types of Motivation

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Multiple Choice

Some motivational researchers make an important distinction between types of motivation, extrinsic motivation involves performing an activity to obtain an external reward or prize, as opposed to engaging in an activity for its own sake because it is enjoyable or engaging, which is motivation.

• A) intrinsic
• B) drive
• C) expectancy
• D) self-actualization

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