George bought his 6-year-old grandson, Pete, a set of paints for his birthday. Hoping to encourage the little artist, George told him he would give him $1 for every painting he made, which Pete thinks is a lot of money. According to Deci's research on the effects of rewards, which of the following is most likely to happen as a result of George's offer?

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Deci's research on the effects of rewards suggests that offering extrinsic rewards (such as money) can undermine intrinsic motivation (doing something for the enjoyment of it). In this case, Pete may come to see painting as a means to an end (making money) rather than something he enjoys doing for its own sake. This can ultimately lead to a decrease in his interest in painting and may even cause him to stop painting altogether.

George Bought His 6-Year-Old Grandson, Pete, a Set of Paints