Jeremy Loses His Former Interest in Doing Arithmetic After His

question 32

Multiple Choice

Jeremy loses his former interest in doing arithmetic after his teacher promises him $1 for each problem he solves correctly. Which theory best explains Jeremy's loss of interest in arithmetic?

• A) self-perception theory
• B) cognitive dissonance theory
• C) self-presentation theory
• D) self-monitoring theory

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Definitions:

Genetic Mutations

Changes in the DNA sequence of an organism's genome, which can lead to variations within species.

Wild Cabbage

The ancestral form of cabbage (Brassica oleracea), a leafy green, red, or white biennial plant, grown as an agricultural crop for its dense-leaved heads.

Artificial Selection

The process by which humans breed plants and animals for particular genetic traits, often leading to dramatic changes in morphology, physiology, and behavior over relatively short time periods.

Brassica Oleracea

A species of plant that includes a variety of vegetables, such as cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, and Brussels sprouts, due to selective breeding.