Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Goals

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What is the primary characteristic of intrinsic goals?

They are typically pursued for material gain
They provide opportunities for autonomy, competence, and relatedness need satisfaction (correct)
They are set by others for personal achievement
They require external validation and recognition

Which of the following is an example of an extrinsic goal?

Personal growth
Community contribution
Fame (correct)
Academic achievement

What is a key factor that influences the adoption of a goal?

Task difficulty
Role models (correct)
Physiological needs
Personality traits

What is a key component of self-efficacy in goal pursuit?

Perceived competence in achieving the goal (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential obstacle to goal pursuit, particularly if the task is interesting?

Performance pressure (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential obstacle to goal pursuit?

Neglect of need satisfaction (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key strategy for successful goal implementation?

Deliberate planning, monitoring, and evaluating (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key element of goal setting, which helps to clarify the goal and increase commitment?

Clarifying goal-self concordance (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a strategy for overcoming procrastination and getting started with goal pursuit?

Creating implementation intentions (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential outcome of making public goals with extrinsic incentives?

Efforts at cheating (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism by which social roles influence an individual's behavior?

By shaping their identity-confirming behaviors (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of self-concordant goals?

They are congruent with the individual's core self (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between intrinsic and extrinsic goals?

Intrinsic goals are driven by internal motivations (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the self-concordant model, what is the outcome of pursuing goals that are congruent with one's core self?

Greater motivation and a sense of autonomy (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of agency in the self-concordant model?

It is the driving force behind self-concordant goal pursuit (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of mastery motivation?

Believing that one can generate multiple viable routes to desired goals (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which coping approach involves taking action to prevent a problem before it occurs?

Proactive approach (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of a problem-focused coping approach?

Changing the problem causing the stress (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of an individual with a mastery orientation?

Believing that outcomes are controllable (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which approach to coping is characterized by taking action with a team of others?

Social approach (D) Signup and view all the answers