Regarding the Use Extrinsic Motivation with Children and Teenagers, Which

question 532

Multiple Choice

Regarding the use extrinsic motivation with children and teenagers, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)If there is no intrinsic interest in an activity, such as reading, the use of extrinsic rewards with children can be helpful.
• B)If extrinsic rewards are used, one should start out with a moderate-size reward and then gradually increase the size until intrinsic motivation develops.
• C)Extrinsic rewards can focus attention on an activity so real interest will develop.
• D)Coercing or "bribing" someone to act tends to make them feel like they are "faking the activity," which can result in a lack of initiative and a rejection of learning by teens.

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Definitions:

Negotiation

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Interdependence

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Inquisitional Approach

An investigative or questioning approach aimed at deep inquiry and discovery, often used in educational, research, or problem-solving contexts.

Conflict Resolution

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