One Limitation to Reinforcement Theory Is That

question 73

Multiple Choice

One limitation to reinforcement theory is that

• A) it emphasizes extrinsic rewards to the exclusion of intrinsic motivation.
• B) it emphasizes intrinsic rewards to the exclusion of extrinsic rewards.
• C) it has no application in the work place.
• D) it is simply a theoretical approach with no basis in research.

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