9 Views

Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.


The concept of motivation focuses on explaining what 'moves' behaviour. In fact, the term (1)_______ is derived from the Latin word 'movere', referring to the movement of activity. Most of our everyday explanation of (2)________ is given in terms of motives. Motives also help in making (3)__________ about behaviour. A person will work hard in school, in sports, in business, in music, and in many other situations, if he/she has a very strong need for (4)__________. Hence, motives are the general states that enable us to make predictions about behaviour in many different situations. In other words, motivation is one of the (5)_________ of behaviour. Instincts, drives, needs, goals, and incentives come under the broad cluster of motivation.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number (3).

Option 1: clarifications

Option 2: predictions

Option 3: directions

Option 4: decisions


Team Careers360 3rd Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
Team Careers360 9th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: predictions


Solution : The correct answer is the second option.

In the context of the sentence, motives assist in making predictions about behaviour. When individuals have strong needs or desires, it influences their actions or behaviours in various situations. Therefore, motives help in predicting how individuals will behave based on their underlying motivations. Thus, "predictions" logically complete the sentence and fit the context provided.

Know More About

Related Questions

TOEFL ® Registrations 2024
Apply
Accepted by more than 11,000 universities in over 150 countries worldwide
Manipal Online M.Com Admissions
Apply
Apply for Online M.Com from Manipal University
View All Application Forms

Download the Careers360 App on your Android phone

Regular exam updates, QnA, Predictors, College Applications & E-books now on your Mobile

150M+ Students
30,000+ Colleges
500+ Exams
1500+ E-books