Which term describes having control of the situation, choosing to do something?

• A. Autonomy
• B. Amotivation
• C. External Regulation
• D. Introjected Motivation

Answer: (A)

Autonomy is about acting with a sense of choice and volition—feeling in control of your actions and deciding to do something based on your own reasons. When you choose to act because you want to, not because you’re being forced or pushed by others, that’s autonomy in play. This best fits the idea of having control of the situation and selecting to act.

The other terms describe different motivational states: amotivation is a lack of motivation or intent to act, so there isn’t a sense of choosing. External regulation means doing something to gain a reward or avoid a penalty, driven by outside pressures. Introjected motivation involves internal pressures, like guilt or obligation, which still feels controlling rather than freely chosen.