The Goal-Setting Theory

question 61

Multiple Choice

The goal-setting theory

• A)states that to stimulate high motivation and performance, goals must be generic.
• B)suggests that underpayment inequity motivates employees to achieve organizational goals.
• C)considers how managers can align the input of employees with organizational goals.
• D)examines the different types of rewards and punishments that can be used to reinforce goal-oriented behavior.
• E)suggests that people are most motivated to achieve organizational goals when they have low levels of job satisfaction.

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