Question

Which of the following is an intrinsically motivated behaviour?

• A. Working overtime in order to receive additional pay
• B. Helping a friend so that you will be liked
• C. Working in the garden because it is relaxing
• D. Doing homework in hopes of receiving high grades

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Working in the garden because it is relaxing

• Intrinsic motivation comes from within ourselves. We are motivated by our own interests, curiosity, and desire for mastery.

• Working in the garden because it is relaxing is a example for intrinsic motivation .Because it enhance inner pleasure.

• All the other example given above are examples of extrinsic motivation.

• Extrinsic motivation refers to the drive to learn and perform tasks due to external factors or rewards, rather than internal interest or satisfaction.