Which of the Following Is an Example of Extrinsic Motivation

question 105

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of extrinsic motivation?

• A)An athlete practices for long hours because she loves to run.
• B)A doctor sees more patients to make more money.
• C)A social worker spends more time with the elderly because she likes to be with them.
• D)A student reads many books on religion because she is very interested in religious studies.

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Definitions:

Output Effect

The impact on the total production of goods and services in an economy resulting from changes in demand, supply, technology, or factors of production.

Factors of Production

The basic inputs used to produce goods and services, including land, labor, capital, and entrepreneurship.

Complementary Resource

A good or service that is used together with another good or service to provide a benefit or function.

Substitution Effect

The economic understanding that as prices rise or incomes decrease, consumers replace more expensive items with less costly alternatives.