A Business Executive Feels the Need to Win in Everything

question 154

Multiple Choice

A business executive feels the need to win in everything he does,from his business deals,to his golf,and even with his romantic partners.The executive's behavior illustrates a(n) :

• A)biological drive.
• B)need for achievement.
• C)extrinsically motivated personality.
• D)hierarchy of needs.

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