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HMS, BM EQ-Bank 694 MC

Which of the following is the BEST example of intrinsic motivation in sport?

  1. An athlete practising daily to earn a university scholarship
  2. A runner participating in a marathon for the enjoyment of the challenge
  3. A swimmer training harder after being criticised by their coach
  4. A basketball player performing well to receive praise from spectators
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Consider Option B: 

  • The runner is motivated by the internal satisfaction and enjoyment of the challenge itself, representing intrinsic motivation.

Other Options:

  • A is incorrect: Pursuing a scholarship is an external reward (extrinsic motivation).
  • C is incorrect: Responding to criticism represents negative extrinsic motivation.
  • D is incorrect: Performing for spectator praise is a form of positive extrinsic motivation.