Author Question: Which one of the following best describes the concept of self-worth as a factor in motivation? a. ... (Read 130 times)

xclash · **on:** Jun 20, 2018

Which one of the following best describes the concept of self-worth as a factor in motivation?

a. Students are always comparing their own performance to that of the adults around them.
b. Some adolescents believe they are invulnerable to the typical dangers of life.
c. Students want to believe that they can control the direction their lives take.
d. Students like to believe that they are competent individuals.

Question 2

Day after day, Raymond's history teacher lectures about the subject matter in a dry, unengaging manner and expects students simply to sit quietly and take notes. To make class a little more exciting for himself and the students sitting nearby,

Raymond often draws cartoon faces on the tips of his fingers and performs little finger-puppet shows at his desk. Raymond's behavior in class can probably best be explained as:

a. Satisfying his need for arousal
b. Reducing cognitive dissonance
c. Reflecting a high need for self-worth
d. Satisfying his need for autonomy