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Other Quizlet setsRelated questionsWhat is based on the relationship among an individual's effort the individual's performance and the desirability of outcomes associated with high performance?
Expectancy theory is based on the relationship among an individual's effort, the individual's performance, and the desirability of outcomes associated with high performance.
Which of the following refers to the forces either within or external to a person that arouse enthusiasm and persistence to pursue a certain course of action?
Motivation refers to the forces either within or external to a person that arouse enthusiasm and persistence to pursue a certain course of action.
Which theory of motivation focuses on our perceptions of how fairly we are treated relative to others?
Equity theory focuses on our perceptions of how fairly we're treated relative to others. This theory proposes that employees create contributions/rewards ratios that they compare to those of others.
What is the meaning of expectancy theory?
Expectancy theory suggests that individuals are motivated to perform if they know that their extra performance is recognized and rewarded (Vroom, 1964). Consequently, companies using performance-based pay can expect improvements. Performance-based pay can link rewards to the amount of products employees produced.