A desire for having personal responsibility and reaching desirable goals is an example of McClelland's:
A)need for affiliation.
B)need for power.
C)need for esteem.
D)need for achievement.

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McClelland's need for achievement refers to a desire for personal responsibility and success in reaching desirable goals. This need is characterized by a focus on challenging tasks, a desire for feedback, and a willingness to take calculated risks. The other options (affiliation, power, and esteem) do not specifically relate to the desire for achievement and personal responsibility.

A Desire for Having Personal Responsibility and Reaching Desirable Goals