Ian's Parents Have Noted That He Studies Longer and Gets

question 62

Multiple Choice

Ian's parents have noted that he studies longer and gets better grades when they and the teacher praise his efforts and accomplishments than when they simply acknowledge his good performance. This pattern suggests that Ian is motivated primarily by

• A) intrinsic motivation.
• B) extrinsic motivation.
• C) a task mastery orientation.
• D) growth needs.

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Definitions:

Incremental Cash Flows

The additional cash flows a business expects to generate from taking on a new project or making an investment decision.

After-Tax Salvage Value

The net value of an asset after it has been disposed of and all related taxes have been paid.

Capital Budgeting Analysis

The process of evaluating and selecting long-term investments that are in line with the goal of an investor or firm's strategic plan.

Capital Cost Allowance

A tax deduction in some jurisdictions that allows businesses to claim depreciation on tangible capital assets as an expense against taxable income.