The Authors of the Text Would Argue That a Change

question 7

Multiple Choice

The authors of the text would argue that a change in the economy would eventually result in a change in the family. This is because:

• A) People panic when the economy changes, and they frequently take their stresses out on their families.
• B) The economy and the family remain separated unless something bad occurs in one institution or the other.
• C) All social institutions are interrelated.
• D) The authors of the text would not use any of the above arguments.

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Definitions:

Expectancy Theory

A theory of motivation suggesting that individuals are motivated to act based on the expected outcome of their actions and the value they place on those outcomes.

Motivational Problems

Issues or barriers that negatively affect an individual's enthusiasm, energy, or willingness to continue with a task.

Instrumentality

The belief that performance is related to rewards.

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory suggesting that individual motivation to perform is influenced by the expectation that effort will lead to performance and performance to desired rewards.