Mike, a Production Worker, Reports on a Research Questionnaire That

question 233

Multiple Choice

Mike, a production worker, reports on a research questionnaire that high performance has a valence of 10, average performance a valence of 5, and low performance a valence of 1.Also, he reports that he is certain that he can perform at low or average levels but only 40 percent sure that he can perform at a high level.According to expectancy theory, at which level should Mike perform?

• A)High
• B)Average
• C)Low
• D)High if task complexity is low to moderate
• E)Instrumentalities are also needed to answer this question.

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Definitions:

Competitive

Characterized by or involving competition; having a strong desire to be more successful than others.

Traumatic Events

Incidents that cause psychological, physical, emotional, or spiritual harm, leading to lasting effects on a person’s well-being.

Eustressors

Positive stressors that lead to healthy psychological responses and can enhance performance or well-being.

Type A Behavior

A personality pattern characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-imposed stress, aggressiveness, and a constant sense of urgency, often linked to a higher risk of heart disease.