Research indicates that if a behavior is intrinsically motivated,giving a reward will
A) heighten intrinsic motivation.
B) diminish intrinsic motivation.
C) not affect motivation.
D) increase the behavioral repertoire.

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Research has shown that offering extrinsic rewards for a behavior that is already intrinsically motivated can actually decrease the person's innate desire to engage in that behavior. This is known as the "overjustification effect." The person may start to view the behavior as something they are only doing for the reward, rather than because they enjoy or find it fulfilling on its own. This can ultimately diminish their intrinsic motivation for the behavior.

Research Indicates That If a Behavior Is Intrinsically Motivated,giving a Reward