Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding Goal-Setting Theory

question 93

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding goal-setting theory?

• A) Goal commitment is more likely when individuals have an external locus of control.
• B) Externally generated feedback is more powerful than self-generated feedback.
• C) Generalized goals produce a higher level of output than specific goals.
• D) People do better when they get feedback on how well they are progressing toward their goals.
• E) Assigned goals generate greater goal commitment in low rather than high power-distance cultures.

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