The effects of type of competition (standard versus another person), motivation, and performance were investigated among 60 adolescents in India. Following a 2 × 2 between-group factorial design, the subjects were randomly assigned to four experimental conditions (direct or indirect competition with controlling or competence information). They were asked to solve cognitive puzzles individually and to complete the motivational measures. Direct competition with another person and controlling information led to higher levels of immediate performance, whereas indirect competition with a standard and competence information resulted in greater intrinsic motivation.
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