Bill begs to help rake leaves each fall.This year his father tells him he will get an extra $5 in allowance each week if he keeps the leaves raked.According to research on intrinsic motivation, it's likely that:
A)because of the reward, Bill will be less enthusiastic about raking the leaves
B)because of the reward, Bill will be even more enthusiastic about raking the leaves
C)Bill will initially be less enthusiastic, but will increase in enthusiasm after about three weeks
D)Bill's enthusiasm about raking leaves won't change, because this is a case of intrinsic motivation

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According to research on intrinsic motivation, extrinsic rewards (such as the extra $5 in allowance) can actually decrease intrinsic motivation. Bill may begin to focus on the reward instead of the enjoyment of raking leaves.

Bill Begs to Help Rake Leaves Each Fall