Regarding the Incentive Theory of Motivation, Which of the Following

question 14

Multiple Choice

Regarding the incentive theory of motivation, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Incentive values are influenced by past learning experiences.
• B)Compared to drive theory, incentive theory is more concerned with internal need states.
• C)Incentive values are influenced by expectancies.
• D)Compared to drive theory, incentive theory is more concerned with the "pull" than the "push" of motivation.
• E)Cultural influences play a large role in determining individual incentive values.

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