Motivation refers to the psychological processes that underlie:
A) Extrinsic and intrinsic factors
B) Direction, intensity, and persistence of behavior or thought
C) Content and process
D) Satisfaction and dissatisfaction
E) Power, achievement, and affiliation

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Motivation refers to the direction (what behaviors or thoughts are pursued), intensity (how much effort is put into the behavior or thought), and persistence (how long the behavior or thought is continued) of behavior or thought. It does not necessarily refer to the content or process of thoughts or to satisfaction and dissatisfaction, although those may be outcomes of motivated behavior. While power, achievement, and affiliation are common motivations, they are not exhaustive of all possible motivations.

Motivation Refers to the Psychological Processes That Underlie