WEIGHT LOSS MINI CASE: Peter has decided that he wants to lose weight and develop a more defined physique in order to make himself more attractive to women. To this end, he joins a gym and begins eating low-fat, low-calorie foods. In particular, he cuts potato chips out of his diet and packs fruit in his lunch instead. After a few weeks, Peter decides that he actually prefers fruit with his lunch.
-In the WEIGHT LOSS MINI CASE, Peter's motivation is in a(n) ________ direction.
A) negative
B) subjective
C) positive
D) objective
E) intrinsic

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Peter's motivation is in a positive direction because he is moving towards a goal (losing weight and developing a more defined physique) that he believes will make him more attractive, which is a positive outcome for him.

WEIGHT LOSS MINI CASE: Peter Has Decided That He Wants