Goal-Setting Theory Assumes That an Individual Is Committed to the Goal.Commitment

question 87

Multiple Choice

Goal-setting theory assumes that an individual is committed to the goal.Commitment is most likely when ________.

• A)goals are assigned by the supervisor
• B)goals are kept private to each employee
• C)the individual has an internal locus of control
• D)the individual has intense need for affiliation

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Definitions:

Achieved Status

A social position a person gains through their own efforts or accomplishments, as opposed to ascribed status, which is inherited or assigned at birth.

Personal Responsibility

The obligation of an individual to account for their actions and make amends for any harm caused.

Welfare Benefits

Government-provided assistance programs designed to support the health, safety, and well-being of citizens, particularly those who are in poverty, disabled, or elderly.

Personal Responsibility

The principle of taking accountability for one's actions and their consequences, often emphasizing individual initiative and self-discipline.