Tom, a 10-year-old, plays the drums very well. His instructor gives him a candy every time he plays a drum pattern correctly and on time. Tom regularly practices drum patterns and strives to excel in it. This scenario shows that Tom is influenced by ________.

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Tom is influenced by extrinsic motivation because he is motivated to perform an activity to earn a reward (candy) from his instructor, rather than for the inherent enjoyment or satisfaction of the activity itself.

Tom, a 10-Year-Old, Plays the Drums Very Well