A monkey goes through several steps to open a box containing nothing, just for the fun of opening it. This is an example of

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The monkey's behavior is not driven by the need to fulfill a basic physiological need such as food or water, nor is it being offered any external rewards (extrinsic motivation). The monkey appears to be motivated by the act of opening the box itself, which is an example of intrinsic motivation.

A Monkey Goes Through Several Steps to Open a Box