This term Professor Willen decided to take a course in American Sign Language in addition to her own teaching responsibilities. Although it was odd to be taking a class alongside some of her own students and she didn't really enjoy the course,
she gave her best effort and earned a good grade. When her students asked her why she was taking the course, she said "It will help me get promoted if I enhance my communication abilities." Professor Willen's decision to take this class is a prime example of __________ motivation.
a. extrinsic
b. incentive
c. hedonic
d. intrinsic
Answer: D
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