Practice question

What is 'Intrinsic Motivation' (Intrinsische Motivation) versus 'Extrinsic Motivation' in driver education, and why is intrinsic motivation preferred?

  1. Intrinsic motivation is only for commercial truck drivers
  2. Extrinsic motivation is always superior because threats of fines solve all road safety problems
  3. Motivation has zero influence on driver accident rates
  4. Intrinsic motivation comes from personal conviction, valuing safety and genuine competence; extrinsic motivation relies on external rewards or fear of punishment. Intrinsic motivation leads to durable long-term safe driving habits

Answer: D — Intrinsic motivation comes from personal conviction, valuing safety and genuine competence; extrinsic motivation relies on external rewards or fear of punishment. Intrinsic motivation leads to durable long-term safe driving habits

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