Bobby reads books because he loves to learn and acquire information, whereas Jimmy will read a book if his parents pay him five dollars for every book he reads. Bobby's behaviour is a good example of ________, and Jimmy's behaviour is a good example of ________.
A) extrinsic motivation; intrinsic motivation
B) extrinsic motivation; extrinsic motivation
C) intrinsic motivation; extrinsic motivation
D) intrinsic motivation; intrinsic motivation

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Bobby reads books because he loves to learn, which is an example of intrinsic motivation. On the other hand, Jimmy reads a book for a reward, which is an example of extrinsic motivation. Therefore, option C - intrinsic motivation; extrinsic motivation - is the correct answer.

Bobby Reads Books Because He Loves to Learn and Acquire