An advantage of extrinsic motivation to increase a behavior is that it:
A)increases reports of liking the behavior,even after rewards are discontinued.
B)is consistent with societal views that we should do what we love.
C)allows us to engage in things we otherwise would not do but may nonetheless be beneficial.
D)results in a greater intrinsic motivation to engage in that behavior.

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Extrinsic motivation allows us to engage in things we may not have otherwise done, which may still be beneficial. This can include things like exercise or eating healthier foods. The other options, such as increasing liking for a behavior after rewards are discontinued or creating intrinsic motivation, are not necessarily advantages of extrinsic motivation.

An Advantage of Extrinsic Motivation to Increase a Behavior Is