Mackie Says, "In Its Simplest Form the Problem Is This

question 343

Multiple Choice

Mackie says, "In its simplest form the problem is this: God is omnipotent; God is wholly good; and yet _____________. There seems to be some contradiction between these three propositions, so that if any two of them were true the third would be false."

• A) God is unknown
• B) mathematics is valid
• C) evil exists
• D) humans are rational

Understand the basic principles of the expectancy model.

Comprehend the job characteristics model and its impact on employee performance.

Identify and differentiate between first-level and second-level outcomes in motivation models.

Recognize the role of vertical loading and job enrichment strategies in enhancing job design.

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