A motivation based on force or fear is called

The correct answer is Negative motivation

Key Points Negative Motivation

• Negative motivation is based on force and fear.
• If the person is afraid of the consequences of not doing the work, it is called negative motivation.
• For example, if an employee doesn't work he is afraid that s/he may lose his job.

Additional InformationExtrinsic motivation

• This type of motivation is temporary, and the person is motivated to get rewards and avoid punishment.
• Rewards may be psychological or physical or financial.

Intrinsic motivation

• When a person is intrinsically motivated he will do the work for his self-satisfaction without any fear, force, or external forces.
• Curiosity, interest, and a sense of accomplishment are sources of intrinsic motivation.

​Positive motivation

• This is a direct motivation in which rewards are given directly to the employee for the work done.
• There is no fear and force, but the work is done to get the rewards.