John is motivated by the need to excel. He enjoys the feeling of accomplishment he gets from mastering a task. Therefore, he doesn't understand his sister's apathy towards school. The only way she is motivated to do anything is by the teacher's offering the students endless toys and trinkets for good work. Which motivational perspective does his sister subscribe to?

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The behavioral perspective emphasizes the role of external incentives such as rewards and punishments.

John Is Motivated by the Need to Excel