The Porter-Lawler Expectancy Model of Work Motivation Argues That ______

question 1

Multiple Choice

The Porter-Lawler expectancy model of work motivation argues that ______.

• A) perceived effort reward probability and the value of the reward precedes performance accomplishment, rewards and perceived equitable rewards.
• B) the valence of reward leads to the magnitude of job satisfaction.
• C) in order to achieve satisfaction, five levels of motivation need to be accomplished.
• D) none of these.

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Definitions:

Equity Method

An accounting method used to record investments in associate companies, where the investment is initially recorded at cost and adjusted according to the investor's share of the associate's net income or loss.

Equity Investment

Equity investment involves purchasing stocks or shares in a company, providing the investor with ownership interest and potentially dividends.

Cost Method

A method of accounting for equity investments representing less than 20% of the outstanding shares of the investee. The purchase is at original cost, and any gains or losses upon sale are recognized by the difference between the sale proceeds and the original cost.

Parent Company

The corporation owning all or a majority of the voting stock of the other corporation.