alleryWhich component of motivation tells how long someone stays at an activity?
ASelf-efficacy
BGoal direction
CEnergy level
DPersistence
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Persistence
1. Persistence is the long-term component of motivation.
2. It refers to how long an individual engages in an activity.
3. Direction is about the goal chosen and intensity about energy invested.
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