According to the authors of your text, __________ explain(s) why providing young children large rewards for reading (e.g., money, prizes) might actually backfire and convince them that they don't really like reading as much as they thought at first.
A) the overjustification effect
B) self-perception processes
C) reasons-generated attitude change
D) intrinsic motivation theory

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The overjustification effect occurs when individuals receive external rewards for activities they previously enjoyed intrinsically. This can lead to a decrease in their intrinsic motivation and enjoyment of the activity. Thus, providing large rewards for reading may lead children to focus more on the reward rather than on the pleasure of reading, which may ultimately decrease their enjoyment of reading.

According to the Authors of Your Text, __________ Explain(s) Why