Asked by Marlena Barcus on Jun 24, 2024
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Suppose, for a month, you are given $20 each time you work on a fun and interesting word game. Research suggests that, as a consequence, ____.
A) the word game will be easier for you (than for someone who has not been rewarded)
B) the word game will be harder for you (than for someone who has not been rewarded)
C) when you are no longer given money, you will be less likely to work on it (than would someone who has not been rewarded)
D) when you are no longer given money, you will be more likely to work on it (than would someone who has not been rewarded)
Extrinsic Rewards
Benefits or incentives provided from an external source to motivate individuals towards certain behaviors, such as money, trophies, or recognition.
Interesting Word Game
Interesting Word Game refers to a game designed around the usage, meanings, or properties of words, aimed at providing entertainment while often also serving an educational purpose.
Intrinsic Enjoyment
The pleasure and satisfaction derived from engaging in an activity for its own sake, rather than for external rewards.
- Comprehend the overjustification effect theory and the impact of external incentives on internal motivation.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the overjustification effect theory and the impact of external incentives on internal motivation.
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