Which of the Following Is an Example of an Intrinsically

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an intrinsically motivated behaviour?

• A) working to earn a paycheque
• B) bringing your mother flowers on her birthday because it is expected
• C) eating a ham sandwich because you are hungry even though you don't like ham
• D) reading a mystery book by your favourite author

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Definitions:

Double-Blind Experiment

An experimental design in which neither the participants nor the experimenters know which participants are in the control group and which are in the experimental group, until after the results are collected, to reduce bias.

Fluoride Mouthwash

An oral rinse product containing fluoride, intended to reduce dental cavities by strengthening tooth enamel.

Matched Pairs Design

An experimental design where each subject is paired up with another subject with similar characteristics, and one subject from each pair is assigned to the treatment group and the other to the control group.

Cavities

Holes or structural damage formed in teeth due to decay, often caused by bacteria, sugary diets, and poor dental hygiene.