Which of the Following Problems Would Indicate That a Manager

question 244

Multiple Choice

Which of the following problems would indicate that a manager failed to apply the basic concepts of expectancy theory?

• A) Employees are frustrated because they have no say in their organization's goals and objectives.
• B) Some of the organization's employees reduce their effort because they feel that they are being treated unfairly compared to other employees.
• C) Employees are unwilling to work toward achieving an important goal because they believe the reward offered is not sufficient to justify the effort.
• D) Employees are confused and frustrated because managers do not provide them with adequate feedback about their job performance.

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Definitions:

BCG Matrix

A strategic planning tool that classifies business units or products into four categories based on market growth and market share.

Question Mark

A term used in the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) matrix to describe a product or business with low market share in a high-growth market, requiring investment to increase market share or divest.

Market Share

The portion of a market controlled by a particular company or product.

Barriers To Entry

Obstacles or hurdles that make it difficult for new competitors to enter a market, protecting existing companies from new challengers.