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Table 10 The finalized version of MMQ

From: Validation of the Mathematics Motivation Questionnaire (MMQ) for secondary school students

Construct

ID

Item

Intrinsic value

1

I enjoy learning math

22

I find learning math interesting

27

I like math that challenges me

Self-regulation

8

I put enough effort into learning the math

5

If I am having trouble learning the math, I try to figure out why

9

I use strategies that ensure I learn math well

26

I prepare well for math tests and quizzes

Self-efficacy

21

I am confident I will do well on math assignments and projects

28

I am confident I will do well on math tests

24

I believe I can master the knowledge and skills in the math course

29

I believe I can earn a grade of “A” in the math course

Utility value

11

I think about how the math I learn will be helpful to me

19

I think about how I will use math I learn

10

I think about how learning math can help me get a good job

17

I think about how learning math can help my career

Test anxiety

6

I become anxious when it is time to take a math test

4

I am nervous about how I will do on the math tests

13

I worry about failing math tests

14

I am concerned that the other students are better in math