Providing an External Reward for a Behavior That Is Already

question 33

Multiple Choice

Providing an external reward for a behavior that is already intrinsically motivated may result in a

• A) sense of irritation.
• B) refusal to accept rewards of any kind.
• C) slower rate of learning.
• D) reduction in the rewarded behavior.
• E) new locus of control.

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Definitions:

Social Factors

Elements within a society that influence individuals' behaviors, attitudes, and life outcomes, such as family, education, and economic status.

Attribution Theory

is a psychological theory focused on how individuals interpret events and how this relates to their thinking and behavior, particularly how they assign causality to events and actions.

Declining Economy

A period marked by a decrease in economic activity, leading to lower GDP growth, employment, and spending.

Expectation Theory

Expectation Theory, often related to motivation, suggests that individuals are motivated to act in a certain way based on their expectations of the outcome.