With Which of the Following Statements Would an Intrinsic Motivation

question 23

Multiple Choice

With which of the following statements would an intrinsic motivation theorist most readily agree?

• A)People are inherently active.
• B)People are inherently passive.
• C)People seek rewards and avoid punishments.
• D)Most human motivation arises from the motivating aspects of the environment.

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Definitions:

Positive Over Negative

The preference or predominance of positive experiences or thoughts over negative ones.

Freud

Sigmund Freud, an Austrian neurologist, established psychoanalysis as a technique for treating mental disorders through conversation between a patient and a psychoanalyst.

Psychotherapy

A form of treatment aimed at improving mental health and well-being by discussing and exploring issues with a trained therapist.

Older Adults

Individuals who are in the later phase of their life, often defined as being 65 years of age or older, focusing on aspects related to aging and senior living.