Question

what is the best definition of intrinsic motivation?
○ reasons to act that the character cannot control
○ reasons to act that come from within a character
○ reasons to act that can be inferred from the text
○ reasons to act that come from outside a character

Explanation:

To determine the best definition of intrinsic motivation, we analyze the term "intrinsic," which means originating from within. Let's evaluate each option:

• The first option describes uncontrollable reasons, which is not the essence of intrinsic motivation.
• The second option states "reasons to act that come from within a character." This aligns with the meaning of "intrinsic" (internal), so this is correct.
• The third option refers to reasons inferred from text, which is about how we understand motivation, not the definition of intrinsic motivation.
• The fourth option describes external reasons, which is the opposite of intrinsic (extrinsic motivation).

Answer:

B. reasons to act that come from within a character