The desire to perform effectively because gaining mastery is challenging and interesting is called
A) self-monitoring.
B) achievement motivation.
C) extrinsic competence motivation.
D) self-promotion.
Answer: B
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Which research strategy attempts to address questions about cause-and-effect relationships but fails to produce an unambiguous answer because the study contains a flaw?
a. experimental b. quasi-experimental c. nonexperimental d. correlational
As an experimental psychologist, Dr. Kandis utilizes information gained through direct observation and measurement. Dr. Kandis is using
a. introspective data. b. subjective data. c. a scientific hypothesis. d. empirical evidence.