A Settlement Conference Is

question 79

Multiple Choice

A settlement conference is:

• A) an attempt to resolve a matter without trial, but under the supervision of a judge
• B) an attempt to resolve a matter without trial and without a judge
• C) an attempt to pay off the defendant
• D) an attempt to offer the prosecution money to make them drop the case
• E) none of the other choices are correct

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Definitions:

Expectancy Theory Perspective

A theory in psychology that explains human behavior as motivated by expected outcomes or the perceived value of those outcomes.

Instrumentalities

The perceived probability that performing at a certain level will lead to the attainment of a valued outcome.

Valences

In the context of psychology, it refers to the intrinsic attractiveness or aversiveness of an event, object, or situation.

Task Goals

The specific objectives or targets that an individual or team aims to achieve within a task.