When Managers Know Which Goals They Wish to Achieve, but Information

question 177

Multiple Choice

When managers know which goals they wish to achieve, but information about alternatives and future events is incomplete, the condition of _____ exists.

• A) risk
• B) uncertainty
• C) ambiguity
• D) certainty
• E) problematic

Understand the relationship between performance, effort, and outcomes in the expectancy model.

Recognize the importance of aligning managerial perceptions with employee perceptions for effective motivation.

Identify the components of motivation and how it influences goal-directed behavior.

Understand the role of procedural and distributive justice in organizational justice.

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Definitions:

Sexual Harassment

Unsolicited sexual propositions, appeals for sexual privileges, and additional forms of verbal or physical sexual harassment.

Unnecessary Comments

Remarks or observations that are not relevant or required in a given context.

Uncomfortable

A state of physical or psychological discomfort or unease.

Premenstrual Syndrome

A collection of physical and emotional symptoms that some women experience before their menstrual period.