In some instances it has been proposed that extrinsic motivation might undermine rather than support the learning experience in humans, particularly if the learning experience is intrinsically interesting, this is often referred to as
A) Drive effect
B) Vicarious learning
C) Classical conditioning
D) Undermining effect

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Extrinsic motivation, such as rewards or punishments, can sometimes decrease intrinsic motivation, which is the internal desire to engage in a particular behavior. This is known as the undermining effect. If a learning experience is already interesting and engaging, adding extrinsic motivators may actually make it less enjoyable and decrease motivation to learn.

In Some Instances It Has Been Proposed That Extrinsic Motivation