Sam is known to be the fastest worker in the mail room. He has worked in the mail room for only a short time, but he prides himself on being competent and a quick learner. He often gets positive comments from coworkers and his boss, which helps to motivate him and has a positive effect as he continues to challenge himself at work. As a result of his efficient style, he is also given more freedom than other workers, as his boss is impressed by his ability to sort and organize mail. Sam is likely to be __________ motivated as he continues to challenge and push himself to perform even better each day.

A. intrinsically
B. extrinsically
C. internally
D. externally


Answer: A

Psychology

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a. reinforcer b. punisher c. punishment d. conditioned response

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Punishment by ___________ involves the delivery of an aversive stimulus following the problem behavior

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The pleasant, reassuring feeling infants get from touching something soft and warm, especially their mother, is referred to as

a. contact comfort. b. surrogate bonding. c. imprinting. d. unconditional positive regard.

Psychology

Cyberbullying has completely different effects from traditional bullying

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Psychology