In response to a set of ambiguous pictures, Rita writes several stories in which the main characters desire to compete with some standard of excellence and surpass their own previous performances. Psychologists in the tradition of Henry Murray, David McClelland, and Christiana Morgan would be likely to characterize Rita as rating high in .

need for achievement

Explanation: Rita's effort showcase passion, desire and hardwork all in a bid to to uncover ambiguity. Rita's stories also highlights desire, striving to become better, eagerness to demonstrate competency and capability, hardwork and determination required to achieve success. Rita's stories pass the same message exhibiting desire to become better and surpass previous level of success.

From a psychological viewpoint these actions showcase one's desire to achieve a certain and desired result.

no the answer is c only objects touching the earth's surface can be acted upon by an outside force