Multiple choice

Intrinsic motivation occurs when

  1. obligations or approval are factors

  2. there is no obvious external reward for one's behaviour

  3. there are obvious external factors controlling behaviour

  4. extrinsic motivation is also high
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Intrinsic motivation means doing something because it's inherently enjoyable/interesting, with no obvious external reward. Option A describes extrinsic motivation (obligations/approval are external). Option C describes extrinsic (external factors controlling behavior). Option D is incorrect - high extrinsic motivation often undermines intrinsic motivation (overjustification effect). Internal satisfaction, not external control, defines intrinsic motivation.

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