Understanding Motivation

What is the definition of motivation according to psychologists?

• The desire to avoid certain behaviors

• The energy that drives you to do something

• The ability to complete tasks quickly

• The need to rest and relax

Which type of motivation is involved when you enjoy an activity for its own sake?

• Extrinsic motivation

• Intrinsic motivation

• External motivation

• Internal motivation

What is an example of intrinsic motivation?

• Studying to get a good grade

• Playing video games because you enjoy it

• Going to the dentist for clean teeth

• Working for a paycheck

What is extrinsic motivation?

• Motivation driven by external rewards

• Motivation that comes from within

• Motivation driven by internal satisfaction

• Motivation that is always long-lasting

Which of the following is an example of extrinsic motivation?

• Painting because it relaxes you

• Completing a task to receive praise

• Exercising because you enjoy it

• Reading a book because you find it interesting

What did a 2017 study find about people focused on the outcomes of their New Year's resolutions?

• They were more likely to stick to them

• They were less likely to stick to them

• They enjoyed the process more

• They achieved their goals faster

What is the overjustification effect?

• When extrinsic rewards have no impact on motivation

• When motivation is always high

• When extrinsic rewards decrease intrinsic motivation

• When intrinsic motivation is enhanced by extrinsic rewards

What can be beneficial when faced with a tedious or uninteresting activity?

• Adding extrinsic rewards

• Adding intrinsic rewards

• Avoiding the activity

• Ignoring the task

What is one way to increase intrinsic motivation?

• Adding more extrinsic rewards

• Making the task more fun in the moment

• Focusing on the end result

• Ignoring the task

How can you make a task more enjoyable to increase motivation?

• By asking a friend to join you

• By making it more challenging

• By avoiding it

• By doing it alone