The Basic Premise of the Goal-Setting Theory Is That

question 87

Multiple Choice

The basic premise of the goal-setting theory is that:

• A) tasks should be viewed as goals in and of themselves.
• B) task goals can be very intimidating and are the cause of low levels of motivation.
• C) task goals can be highly motivating if they are properly set and are well managed.
• D) tasks should be separated from goals.
• E) supervisors do a better job of setting goals than subordinates do.

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