Self-determination theory proposes:
A)that people prefer to have the freedom of choice about what they will do,so enjoyed tasks must be intrinsically rewarded.
B)that people prefer to have the freedom of choice about what they will do,so enjoyed tasks must be extrinsically rewarded.
C)that people prefer to feel they have control over their actions,so anything that makes a previously difficult task feel more enjoyable like an obligation than a freely chosen activity will increase motivation.
D)that people prefer to feel they are in control of their actions,so anything that makes a previously enjoyed task feel more like an obligation than a freely chosen activity will undermine motivation.

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Self-determination theory proposes that people have an inherent need for autonomy, competence, and relatedness. Thus, people prefer to feel in control of their actions, and anything that makes a previously enjoyed task feel more like an obligation than a freely chosen activity will undermine motivation. In other words, intrinsic motivation is higher when people feel like they freely chose to engage in an activity, rather than feeling like they are obligated to do so. Therefore, choice D is the best answer.

Self-Determination Theory Proposes