Which of the Following Exemplifies Extrinsically Motivated Behavior

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following exemplifies extrinsically motivated behavior?

• A) babysitting your younger brother in order to receive an hourly fee
• B) dating an abusive partner because you believe you don't deserve good treatment
• C) jerking your hand back from a hot burner
• D) mowing your elderly neighbor's lawn for free because he can't do it himself

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