Tom, a 10-year-old, plays the drums very well. His instructor gives him a candy every time he plays a drum pattern correctly and on time. Tom regularly practices drum patterns and strives to excel in it. This scenario shows that Tom is influenced by ________.
A. extrinsic motivation
B. negative reinforcement
C. behavioral momentum
D. the need for affiliation
Answer: A
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a) The cerebellum b) The prefrontal and temporal lobes of the cortex c) The hippocampus d) The amygdala
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