Motivation: Practice Questions

Which of the following is the most accurate example of intrinsic motivation in an elite swimmer?

An athlete who evaluates their success based on personal improvement and the mastery of a specific skill, rather than on winning or being better than others, is demonstrating which type of goal orientation?

According to Cognitive Evaluation Theory, how is an athlete's intrinsic motivation likely to be affected if they perceive a performance-contingent reward (such as a trophy) as a source of controlling their behavior rather than providing information about their competence?

A marathon runner focuses on achieving a personal best time and improving their running economy rather than focusing on their finishing position relative to other competitors. Which type of goal orientation is this athlete demonstrating?

According to Self-Determination Theory (Deci and Ryan), what are the three innate psychological needs that must be satisfied to promote optimal functioning and intrinsic motivation?

Define intrinsic motivation and explain how it differs from extrinsic motivation in terms of the source of the reward.

Distinguish between a task-oriented athlete and an ego-oriented athlete in terms of how they judge their own competence and success according to Achievement Goal Theory.