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Which kinds of motivations are best encourage positive behaviors to persist over long periods of time?
(A) primary drives
(B) secondary drives
(C) achievement motivation
(D) intrinsic motivation
(E) extrinsic motivation
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Answer
(D) intrinsic motivation
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Explanation
Intrinsic motives (such as enjoyment or satisfaction) are associated with behaviors that continue over a long period of time. Extrinsic motivations (e.g., rewards, such as money) are effective in the short term, but behaviors slow down or stop after some time since most extrinsic rewards are temporary.
Posted : 15/06/2024 11:03 am