With Reference to the Expectancy Theory, Which of the Following

question 88

Multiple Choice

With reference to the expectancy theory, which of the following examples indicates a weak rewards-personal goals relationship?

• A) The employee lacks the skill required for the desired performance level.
• B) The organization's appraisal system assess nonperformance factors such as creativity and initiative.
• C) The organizational rewards are based on seniority.
• D) The employee believes that his manager does not like him and so she expects a poor appraisal.
• E) The employee wants to be relocated to the Paris office but instead is transferred to Singapore.

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Definitions:

Demand

The desire of purchasers to buy a certain good or service, backed by the ability and willingness to pay a specific price.

Real Interest Rate

The interest rate adjusted for inflation, reflecting the true cost of borrowing and the real yield to savers.

Loanable Funds

The supply of funds available for borrowing in the financial markets, impacting interest rates.

Quantity Supplied

The amount of a good that sellers are willing and able to sell.