Tyrone injured his shoulder playing football but spent months in physical therapy so that he could return to the field. Then, he injured his foot and went through the same process. Several years (and many injuries later), he is one of the top-ranked

athletes, with sports commentators constantly mentioning his motivation to play football. This example demonstrates the ________ property of motivation.

a. primary
b. initiation
c. intensity
d. persistence


Answer: D

Psychology

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a. optimism c. extraversion b. hardiness d. mastery

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a. operant conditioning b. classical conditioning c. positive reinforcement d. response cost

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A. Genes B. Personality C. Hard work D. Parenting

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