According to the Authors of Your Text, the Overjustification Effect

question 98

Multiple Choice

According to the authors of your text, the overjustification effect is the tendency for people to view their behavior as caused by something __________.

• A) extrinsic, thus undermining their intrinsic motivation
• B) intrinsic, thus overshadowing their extrinsic motivation
• C) overjustified by intrinsic motivation
• D) rewardable, but not punishable

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Definitions:

William Bridges

An author and consultant who developed a model of transition that focuses on the internal psychological process of adapting to new situations.

Continuity of Existence

The concept that an entity, idea, or system persists over time, maintaining its core identity or operations despite changes.

Workplace Change

Refers to the modifications and adjustments in organizational structure, culture, or operations to adapt to new conditions.

Unfreezing

The initial phase in the change process where existing patterns are disrupted, making it possible to adopt new attitudes or behaviors.