Motivation is defined by psychologists as

A) an Impulse to accomplish something of significance
B) rigidly pattern behavior characteristic of all people
C) a need or desire that energizes and directs Behavior toward a goal
D) the cause of behavior

Ans: C) a need or desire that energizes and directs Behavior toward a goal

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