Extrinsic motivation is defined as ________

a) the pursuit of an activity for external reward

b) the pursuit of an activity for its own sake
c) the pursuit of an activity to relieve the state of tension caused by deprivation

d) the pursuit of an activity in order to increase one's competence and skills


ANS: a

Psychology

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