According to Deci and Ryan's cognitive evaluation theory, all extrinsic events have two functional aspects: a controlling aspect and an informational aspect. To say that an external event is informational means that it:
A)communicates either a job done well or a job done poorly.
B)is more likely to act as a positive reinforcer than a negative reinforcer.
C)provides an incentive to increase motivation.
D)signals that extrinsic motivation exceeds intrinsic motivation.

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The informational aspect of an external event, according to Deci and Ryan's cognitive evaluation theory, refers to the event's capacity to convey feedback about performance, indicating whether a job has been done well or poorly. This feedback helps individuals assess their competence and effectiveness in a task.

According to Deci and Ryan's Cognitive Evaluation Theory, All Extrinsic