Which of the Following Is Stated by the Expectancy Theory

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is stated by the expectancy theory?

• A)A person who does not believe that he/she is likely to get something is likely to go against all odds.
• B)A person who wants something and has reasons to be optimistic is likely to be highly motivated.
• C)How much people are willing to contribute to an organization depends on their assessment of the fairness,or equity,of the rewards they will receive in exchange.
• D)Employees need to be involved in all aspects of company decision making to keep them motivated.
• E)In a fair situation,a person receives rewards proportional to the contribution he or she makes to the organization.

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Definitions:

Payback Period

The duration it takes for an investment to recoup its initial costs through profits or savings.

Scrap Value

The estimated resale value of assets at the end of their useful life or the value of leftover materials after the production process.

Operating Income

The profit realized from a business's core operations, excluding deductions of interest and taxes.

Depreciation

The systematic allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, reflecting its consumption or wear and tear.