Question

extrinsic rewards motivate the pursuit of an activity ______.
○ that leads to an outcome that is separate from or external to the person.
○ because it is rewarding or satisfying in and of itself.
○ to relieve the state of tension caused by deprivation.
○ in order to increase one’s competence and skills.

Explanation:

Extrinsic rewards are external motivators. They drive behavior for outcomes separate from the activity itself. For example, working for a salary (external outcome) rather than for the love of the job (intrinsic). The first option correctly describes this as it emphasizes the outcome being external. The second option describes intrinsic motivation. The third relates to drive - reduction theory (not extrinsic rewards). The fourth is more about self - improvement (could be intrinsic or part of a larger extrinsic goal but not the core of extrinsic rewards definition).

Answer:

that leads to an outcome that is separate from or external to the person.