Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Cognitive

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding the cognitive evaluation theory?

• A) People need extrinsic rewards in order to be motivated.
• B) Extrinsic rewards tend to reduce intrinsic interest in a task.
• C) Intrinsic rewards are almost as effective as extrinsic rewards.
• D) Externally imposed standards of work largely improve intrinsic motivation.
• E) Extrinsic rewards, including verbal praise, significantly decrease intrinsic motivation.

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Definitions:

Threshold Stimulus

The minimum stimulus needed to cause a depolarization of the membrane and generate an action potential in excitable cells.

Muscle Fatigue

Muscle fatigue is the decline in ability of a muscle to generate force, often experienced after prolonged activity or strain.

Motor Units

A motor unit consists of a single motor neuron and all the muscle fibers it innervates, essential for muscle contraction.

All Or None

A principle stating that a neuron either fires with a full response or does not fire at all, depending on stimulus strength.