Question

Which one of the following is an example of intrinsic motivation?

Studying for a test because you want to feel proud of your performance
Going to work to get a paycheck
Buying new clothes to impress your significant other
Being nice to your boss in the hopes that she will give you a promotion

Answer 1

the first one: it's motivation coming from within the person to satisfy themselves

Answer 2

The answer is studying for a test because you want to feel proud of your performance. Intrinsic motivation means you do something for the sake of your internal feelings/motivation, not based on something or someone external like a paycheck or significant other.