Which Describes the Common and Accepted Practice of Conceptually Defining

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which describes the common and accepted practice of conceptually defining terms for research?

• A) making up new definitions not based on the literature
• B) not checking literature for existing definitions
• C) using previously existing definitions from the literature
• D) developing a vague and broad definition of terms

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Definitions:

Expectancy Theory

A psychological theory explaining the processes that individuals use to make decisions based on their beliefs about the likelihood of success and the value of the success to them.

Expectancy

An individual’s assessment of the probability that effort will lead to correct performance of the task.

Goal Characteristics

The specific attributes or factors that define goals, including their clarity, difficulty, relevance, and the extent to which they are achievable and measurable.

Performance Levels

The degrees or stages of how effectively an individual, group, or organization meets their goals or objectives.