Which of the Following Statements Is True About Expectancy Theory

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about expectancy theory?

• A) Expectancy theory focuses more on the specific forces that motivate employees and less on the process they follow to seek satisfaction in their jobs.
• B) Expectancy theory suggests that employee satisfaction depends on the perceived ratio of inputs to outputs.
• C) Research into expectancy theory has led to thinking about the broader concept of organizational justice, or perceptions of fairness in the workplace.
• D) Expectancy theory identifies four primary drives that underlie all motivation.
• E) Expectancy theory states that the effort employees will put forth depends on their beliefs regarding the rewards that the organization will give in response to that performance.

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