In the Context of Expectancy Theory, Which of the Following

question 101

Multiple Choice

In the context of expectancy theory, which of the following is a difference between expectancy and instrumentality?

• A) Unlike instrumentality, when expectancies are strong, employees figure that no matter what they do or how hard they work, they will not be able to perform their jobs successfully, so they do not work harder.
• B) Unlike expectancy, when instrumentality is weak, employees believe that improved performance will lead to better and more rewards, so they choose to work harder.
• C) Expectancy is the perceived relationship between effort and performance, whereas instrumentality is the perceived relationship between performance and rewards.
• D) Expectancy is the attractiveness or desirability of various rewards or outcomes, whereas instrumentality is the perceived relationship between effort and rewards.

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