Which of the following statements about motivation is incorrect?

Motivation can be extrinsic (arising from external factors).

Motivation can be intrinsic (arising from internal factors).

Motivation describes the wants or needs that direct behavior toward a goal.

Motivation never changes.

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Advanced Placement (AP)

Aaron Russell

6 December, 08:30

Which of the following statements about motivation is incorrect?

Motivation can be extrinsic (arising from external factors).

Motivation can be intrinsic (arising from internal factors).

Motivation describes the wants or needs that direct behavior toward a goal.

Motivation never changes.

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Aria Hogan · Answer 1

Answer: D) motivation never changes.

Explanation: from the below 4 options,

Motivation can be extrinsic (arising from external factors).

Motivation can be intrinsic (arising from internal factors).

Motivation describes the wants or needs that direct behavior toward a goal.

Motivation never changes

the incorrect statement about motivation is that 'motivation can never be changed'

This is incorrect, by providing either financial or non-financial rewards motivation can be increased. Fringe benefits are a common way to boost up the motivation of employees.

Joshua Howell · Answer 2

Motivation never changes.

This statement is incorrect because motivation can change depending on many things, including how you feel and what you find important.

Which of the following statements about motivation is incorrect?Motivation can be extrinsic (arising from external factors).Motivation can be intrinsic (arising from internal factors).Motivation describes the wants or needs that direct behavior toward a goal.Motivation never changes.

Which of the following statements about motivation is incorrect?

Motivation can be extrinsic (arising from external factors).

Motivation can be intrinsic (arising from internal factors).

Motivation describes the wants or needs that direct behavior toward a goal.

Motivation never changes.