According to achievement goal theory, a person who is motivated by _____ goals will likely sustain better overall outcomes than a person who is motivated by _____ goals.

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Achievement goal theory suggests that mastery goals (focused on developing competence and understanding) lead to better outcomes than performance goals (focused on demonstrating competence relative to others), as they promote intrinsic motivation, persistence, and engagement with the task.

According to Achievement Goal Theory, a Person Who Is Motivated