Miryam has been playing the violin since she was a child.She loves the violin and practices frequently.When she is 15 years old, her violin teacher tells her that she is quite talented and he wants her to enter a major competition for which she must practice 3 hours a day.Though Miryam usually practices more than 3 hours daily, she suddenly finds that she enjoys playing less and has to force herself to practice.One theory of motivation would suggest that Miryam's sudden loss of interest could be due to reduced feelings of competence because
A)she no longer feels that she is choosing to practice.
B)she is afraid of not doing well at the competition.
C)the competition is now more important than the music.
D)playing has become work, not pleasure.

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The theory of self-determination suggests that motivation is highest when we feel that our actions are self-chosen and autonomous. When Miryam's teacher requires her to practice a specific amount, it may reduce her feelings of autonomy, leading to decreased enjoyment and motivation.

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