AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

MOTIVATION AND EMOTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Extrinsic motivation is defined as the pursuit of an activity ____
A
for external reward
B
for its own sake
C
to relieve the state of tension caused by deprivation
D
in order to increase one’s competence and skills
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Extrinsic motivation is defined as a motivation to participate in an activity based on meeting an external goal, garnering praise and approval, winning a competition, or receiving an award or payment.

Detailed explanation-2: -Extrinsic motivation is a motivation that is driven by external rewards. These can be tangible, such as money or grades, or intangible, such as praise or fame. Unlike intrinsic motivation, which arises from within the individual, extrinsic motivation is focused purely on outside rewards.

Detailed explanation-3: -Extrinsic motivation uses rewards or incentives-like praise, fame, or money-as motivation for specific activities. It is based on external factors and may be less effective long-term than intrinsic motivation.

Detailed explanation-4: -Extrinsic motivation represents our drive to engage in an activity to gain rewards or avoid punishments. In other words, we are motivated by the instrumental value of an activity; it is a means to an end (Ryan & Deci, 2000). Some people are fundamentally more motivated by extrinsic rewards.

Detailed explanation-5: -What is an extrinsic reward? An extrinsic reward usually has a monetary value and is given to an employee for achieving something. Examples include bonuses, pay raises and additional benefits.

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