A talented potter, who has always done the work as a hobby, is asked by a local boutique to produce 10 pieces per month. The potter usually produces about 15 pieces per month. Now, he perceives much external pressure to be creative. We would predict, based on research on the cognitive factors in achievement, that:
A. the potter will produce about 25 pieces per month
B. the potter will enjoy the work less
C. the quality of the potter's work will improve
D. the potter will improve both quantity and quality
Answer: B
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