All of the Following Factors Likely Contributed to the Change

question 12

Multiple Choice

All of the following factors likely contributed to the change in American crime rates in the 1990s EXCEPT:

• A) the aggressive efforts by police to reduce gun crime
• B) a booming economy and the job growth of the 1990s
• C) a decline in the market for crack cocaine
• D) an increased stigmatization of crack among young urban residents
• E) a reduction in the number of police officers

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Definitions:

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory that suggests an individual's motivation is related to their expectation of achieving desirable outcomes as a result of their efforts and the value they place on those outcomes.

Employee Motivation

The intensity of zeal, loyalty, and originality that workers in a company demonstrate in their positions.

Four-Drive Theory

A motivational theory that identifies four basic drives that affect human behavior: the drive to acquire, bond, comprehend, and defend.

Proactive Drives

Proactive drives refer to the internal motivations that prompt individuals to take anticipatory actions in the face of potential opportunities or challenges.