At work, Olivia is highly motivated by praise from her boss and coworkers. This type of motivation is accounted for by:

A) self-interest theory.
B) attribution theory.
C) expectancy theory.
D) drive theory.

Drive Theory

A psychological theory that attributes motivation to be the result of biological or physiological needs that drive behavior towards satisfying those needs.

Expectancy Theory

A motivation theory that explains how individuals choose behaviors, predicting that people will choose the behavior that entails the most desirable outcomes to them.

Self-Interest Theory

A theory suggesting that human actions are motivated by personal gain, positing that individuals are primarily driven by self-serving interests even in decisions that appear altruistic.