Studying only in order to raise your grade point average is an example of:
A) extrinsic motivation.
B) intrinsic motivation.
C) physiological reinforcement.
D) psychological manipulation.

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Studying solely to raise one's grade point average is an example of extrinsic motivation, as the motivation is coming from an external reward (i.e. higher GPA) rather than from a personal interest or enjoyment in the subject matter (intrinsic motivation).

Studying Only in Order to Raise Your Grade Point Average