What type of motivation is involved in each statement? (1) "I love to read Belsky's book for the sake of reading it"; (2) "I'm reading Belsky's book so I can get a good grade on this test."
A) (1) extrinsic; (2) intrinsic
B) (1) self-reinforced; (2) other-reinforced
C) (1) intrinsic; (2) extrinsic
D) (1) other-reinforced; (2) self-reinforced

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In statement (1) the motivation is intrinsic because the person is reading for the enjoyment of reading itself. In statement (2) the motivation is extrinsic because the person is reading for the external reward of a good grade on a test.

What Type of Motivation Is Involved in Each Statement? (1)