The Optimal Level of Goal

question 12

Multiple Choice

The optimal level of goal

• A) occurs when the goal is challenging but not impossible.
• B) is the most challenging goal that the company can possibly imagine.
• C) occurs only when employees set their own goal.
• D) is the point at which the employee does not yet think the goal will 'stretch' them at all.
• E) occurs only when both 'A' and 'C' exist.

---

Definitions:

Perceived Inequity

Perceived inequity occurs when an individual believes that the ratio of their inputs to outcomes is not equal to the input-outcome ratios of others, leading to feelings of dissatisfaction and unfair treatment.

Unfairly

In a manner that is unjust, partial, or prejudiced, not giving equal treatment or opportunity.

McClelland's Motivation Theory

A psychological theory that identifies three primary drivers of motivation: need for achievement, need for affiliation, and need for power.

Need for Achievement

The motivation to excel, to achieve in relation to a set of standards, or to compete successfully against challenging criteria.