alleryA volunteer helps flood victims with no wish for personal gain. Which motivation fits best?
AEgoistic
BBiological
CExtrinsic
DAltruistic
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Altruistic
1. Altruistic motivation involves selfless concern for the well-being of others.
2. The helper seeks no personal gain or reward in return.
3. Egoistic motivation would aim at the helper's own benefit.
_Source: Wikipedia, Motivation, Egoistic and altruistic_
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