When a person's self-esteem is at stake, they have a tendency to compare themselves to others who are in even worse positions. This is a defensive technique known as __________.

Which of the following is an example of intrinsic motivation?

What is the affiliation motive?

Sam would like to try out for the school swim team. He enjoys swimming and would like the opportunity to spend time with like-minded peers; however, he is concerned about the time commitment and is worried that it will interfere with his after school job. According to Kurt Lewin's classification of conflicts, what type of conflict is Sam experiencing?