Research indicates that people who believe that they are acting autonomously, based on intrinsic motivations, are ____ compared to people who believe that their behavior is guided by external forces and extrinsic motivations.
A)happier and often perform better
B)happier but often perform worse
C)not happier but often perform better
D)not happier and no more (or less)likely to perform well

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Research shows that intrinsic motivation, which is linked to autonomy, tends to make people happier and enhances their performance because they feel a sense of personal satisfaction and control over their actions.

Research Indicates That People Who Believe That They Are Acting