What Must Employees Believe About a Given Situation If the Expectancy

question 45

Multiple Choice

What must employees believe about a given situation if the expectancy approach is to be successful?

• A) Working hard results in good performance, rewards are not tied to performance, and available rewards are not important
• B) Working hard results in good performance, rewards are tied to good performance, and available rewards are valued
• C) Working hard results in good performance, rewards are tied to good performance even if available rewards are not valued
• D) Employees must feel that it is almost impossible to reach the goals that have been set

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Definitions:

Actions

The processes of doing something in order to achieve a particular result, often emphasizing the physical or overt aspects.

Cognitions

Mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including thinking, knowing, remembering, judging, and problem-solving.

Cognitive-Behavioral Intervention

A therapeutic approach that combines cognitive and behavioral techniques to modify dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and thoughts.

Relational/Problem-Solving Model

A framework in counseling that focuses on the relationship between individuals and how they solve problems together.