AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

MOTIVATION AND EMOTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
An example of intrinsic motivation is
A
I exercise because it makes me feel good
B
I exercise people say I look good
C
I exercise because my clothes look better on me
D
I exercise because others do it and I want to fit in
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An example of intrinsic motivation would be reading a book because you enjoy reading and have an interest in the story or subject, rather than reading because you have to write a report on it to pass a class.

Detailed explanation-2: -People who are intrinsically motivated do physical activity for its own sake and because they want to. They like the positive feelings of success and enjoyment that come from doing it well.

Detailed explanation-3: -So, we are intrinsically motivated when we do something just because we want to do it and because the act of doing it provides us with a feeling of pleasure, based on our natural interests, values, and passions.

Detailed explanation-4: -Learning a new skill for tackling issues at the workplace is an example of intrinsic motivation.

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