alleryWhat is a real advantage of extrinsic motivation?
AIt guarantees creativity
BIt removes the need for goals
CIt always lasts a lifetime
DIt drives dull but useful tasks
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. It drives dull but useful tasks
1. Extrinsic motivation can push people toward necessary tasks.
2. These tasks are ones they do not naturally find interesting.
3. It does not always beat intrinsic motivation and can reduce creativity.
_Source: Wikipedia, Motivation, Intrinsic and extrinsic_
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