The student who completes an assignment in class with the goal of receiving an "A" for the course is responding to ________ motivation.
A) secondary
B) extrinsic
C) primary
D) intrinsic

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Extrinsic motivation refers to engaging in a behavior because of external factors, such as rewards or punishments. In this scenario, the student's motivation is to receive a good grade, which is an external reward, rather than a personal desire to learn or find the class material interesting (intrinsic motivation).

The Student Who Completes an Assignment in Class with the Goal