Which of the Following Is an Example of an Intrinsic

question 113

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an intrinsic motivation?

• A) writing a story just for the fun of it
• B) writing a story to submit to a magazine for pay
• C) writing a story because your instructor requires you to write it
• D) writing a story to submit for a competition

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Definitions:

Dissociation Theory

A psychological theory that explains a disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions, and identity.

Frequency Theory

A theory regarding how sounds are encoded by the rate at which auditory nerve fibers fire.

Learned Associations

Connections made through experience between different stimuli or between behaviors and their consequences.

Wintergreen

A plant or flavor often characterized by a refreshing, minty taste, derived from certain plants or synthetically produced.