In the motivation sequence, which element should come first?

• A. Setting training target
• B. Determining ability
• C. Making training plan
• D. Assessing current motivation

Answer: (B)

Determining ability comes first because it establishes what is practically possible for the learner. Knowing the current capability gives you a realistic baseline to base all subsequent steps on. If you start with targets or a plan without understanding what the learner can actually do, you risk setting goals that are unattainable or designing a plan that is too easy or too hard.

With the ability clearly understood, you can set meaningful, achievable targets that push progress appropriately and then craft a training plan that matches that pace and difficulty. Assessing current motivation becomes most effective once you know what needs to be achieved and what the learner can handle, so motivational strategies can be tailored to the actual tasks and goals.