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What is a key characteristic of motivation?

It only affects physical performance.

It eliminates the need for effort.

It directs behavior toward particular goals. (correct)

It solely focuses on past achievements.

How does a growth mindset view abilities?

As static qualities determined at birth.

As fixed traits that cannot be changed.

As malleable and subject to change with effort. (correct)

As individual attributes that do not require improvement.

Which aspect of motivation affects cognitive processing and choice?

Its ability to enforce compliance.

Its role in dictating reinforcing consequences. (correct)

Its influence on environmental factors alone.

Its impact on chronic stress levels.

What does a growth mindset encourage when facing challenges?

<p>Persistence and effort to improve abilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a result of motivation?

<p>Decreased energy towards tasks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Motivation Definition

Motivation is an internal process that activates, guides, and maintains behavior over time.
It directs behavior towards specific goals.
It leads to increased effort and energy.
It increases the initiation and persistence of activities.
It affects cognitive processes and choices.
It determines which consequences are reinforcing or punishing.

Growth Mindset Definition

A growth mindset is the concept that abilities, such as intelligence or athleticism, can be developed through effort and persistence.
Abilities are not fixed but can be changed.

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This quiz explores the concepts of motivation and growth mindset. It examines how motivation activates behavior towards goals and how a growth mindset allows for the development of abilities through effort. Test your understanding of these foundational psychological concepts.