MCAT Behavioral Sciences Question 61: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 61

1. A college student strives for excellent grades and hopes to graduate with a better GPA than his brother. This type of motivation is considered:

  • A. extrinsic motivation.
  • B. intrinsic motivation.
  • C. a primary drive.
  • D. a secondary drive.

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Due to the competitive nature of the motivation, this is considered extrinsic motivation. Extrinsic motivation is based on external conditions, including perceived reward or fear of punishment. In this case, the reward is beating his brother. There is no suggestion of an uncomfortable internal state or tension, which is an aspect of drives, eliminating choices (C) and (D).

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