The Outcome of a Trial According to Probability Theory Is

question 52

Multiple Choice

The outcome of a trial according to probability theory is a(n) _____.

• A)conditional probability
• B)marginal frequency
• C)event
• D)joint probability

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Definitions:

Expectancies

Beliefs about the likelihood of a particular outcome as a result of one's actions or behaviors.

Process Theories of Motivation

Theories that focus on the psychological and behavioral processes influencing individuals’ motivation, including how they make decisions about their behavior in relation to their goals.

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory suggesting that individuals are motivated to act in certain ways based on the expectation that their actions will lead to desired outcomes.

Instrumentality

Is a person’s belief that various outcomes will occur as a result of task performance.