Motivation represents the forces acting on or within a person that cause the person to behave in a(n) ____ manner.

A) goal-directed
B) productive
C) task-oriented
D) energized

Motivation is often associated with goal-directed behavior, as individuals are motivated to achieve a certain outcome or objective. Productivity, task-orientation, and being energized can all be outcomes of motivation, but they do not necessarily define the nature of motivation itself.