The desire to perform behaviours largely because of the inherent pleasure they yield, rather than because of any hope of external reward, is

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The key phrase that describes the concept is "inherent pleasure they yield." Intrinsic motivation refers to doing something because it is inherently enjoyable or satisfying, rather than being motivated by external rewards or punishments. The other choices - achievement, affiliation, and power motivation - all relate to external factors that influence behaviour.

The Desire to Perform Behaviours Largely Because of the Inherent