Lana is given her choice of stickers every time she does her spelling homework. After a month, the teacher stops giving her stickers. How is Lana's motivation to do her spelling homework likely to be affected?
a. Her motivation will decrease.
b. Her motivation will increase.
c. Her motivation will remain the same.
d. Her motivation will increase and then level off.
Answer: A
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