A theory that attempts to describe how various person and environmental factors affect motivation is known as a:
A) Content theory of motivation
B) Process theory of motivation
C) Extrinsic theory of motivation
D) Intrinsic theory of motivation
E) Integrated theory of motivation

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A process theory of motivation explains how different factors interact to influence motivation, whereas a content theory focuses mainly on identifying specific needs or desires that drive behavior. Extrinsic and intrinsic theories refer to the source of motivation (external or internal), while an integrated theory would involve combining different perspectives into a comprehensive model.

A Theory That Attempts to Describe How Various Person and Environmental