Three of the following statements are accurate descriptions of the effect interest has on learning and performance. Which one is not accurate?
A) Interest promotes meaningful learning of information.
B) Interest promotes performance goals rather than mastery goals.
C) Interest increases the likelihood of conceptual change.
D) Interest increases the likelihood that students will apply what they learn.

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This statement is not accurate as research suggests that interest promotes both performance goals and mastery goals. Performance goals refer to the desire to demonstrate competence or outperform others, while mastery goals refer to the desire to learn and improve one's skills and knowledge. Interest can promote both types of goals depending on the situation and individual motivation.

Three of the Following Statements Are Accurate Descriptions of the Effect