Jack signed up to run a marathon even though he had never run such a distance in his life. For of the next 6 months he methodically applied himself to training. He woke up at 5:00 a.m. every morning and ran at least 6 miles. On the weekends, he went on longer runs of anywhere between 10 and 18 miles. He also changed his diet to include healthier options. Race day came and he completed the marathon despite record heat and strong head winds. Jack's accomplishment best illustrates which organizational behavior concept?
A) motivation
B) communication
C) leadership
D) strategic management

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Jack's systematic approach to training for the marathon, including his dedication to waking up early, running significant distances, and altering his diet, all in preparation for and completion of the marathon, exemplifies motivation. This is because he was driven by an internal desire to achieve a specific goal, which in this case was finishing the marathon.

Jack Signed Up to Run a Marathon Even Though He