This study examined the effects of the differential framing of velocity feedback. In particular, this study examined how rate of improvement information and rate of closure information impacts self-regulatory mechanisms that lead to effective task performance. A general overview of self-regulation theories are discussed first. Then, the literature on velocity feedback is reviewed, followed by an integration with the psychological literature on reference points. Hypotheses were generally supported, although some results did not align with expectations. Implications of present findings for future research are discussed.
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