The study by Lepper and colleagues, in which children were rewarded for drawing during play periods, showed that giving an extrinsic reward will not reduce behaviour if the reward is
A) understimulating.
B) reinforcing.
C) unexpected.
D) large enough.
E) accompanied by intrinsic motivation.

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The study by Lepper and colleagues found that giving an extrinsic reward that is unexpected does not reduce intrinsic interest in an activity. In contrast, expected extrinsic rewards can diminish intrinsic motivation, as individuals might then perform the activity for the reward rather than for the inherent enjoyment of the activity itself.

The Study by Lepper and Colleagues, in Which Children Were