Daniel works hard this semester because he needs to pass all the courses to graduate in time. This is one example of ________.
A)intrinsic motivation
B)extrinsic motivation
C)approach
D)avoidance

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This is an example of extrinsic motivation because Daniel is motivated to work hard to achieve an external reward (graduating in time). If he was motivated by a personal interest in the courses or a desire to develop his skills, it would be intrinsic motivation. Approach and avoidance refer to whether motivation is driven by a desire to attain something or avoid something negative, respectively, and neither applies in this situation.

Daniel Works Hard This Semester Because He Needs to Pass