DrFiore Conducts a Study in Which Two Groups of Participants

question 82

Multiple Choice

Dr.Fiore conducts a study in which two groups of participants work on challenging puzzles: one group is extrinsically motivated whereas the other is intrinsically motivated.Thus,one group is paid for its participation,while the other is not.Dr.Fiore records the length of time each participant spent working on the puzzle and how enjoyable each participant rated the puzzle.Based on the theories of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation,what might you expect?

• A)The paid group would work harder on the puzzle but enjoy it less than the unpaid group.
• B)The paid group would not work as hard on the puzzle and enjoy it less than the unpaid group.
• C)The paid group would work harder on the puzzle and enjoy it more than the unpaid group.
• D)The paid group would not work as hard on the puzzle but enjoy it more than the unpaid group.

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