Expectancy Theory
Description: Expectancy Theory is a motivational theory that explains how individuals' beliefs about their ability to achieve a goal and the value of that goal influence their motivation to exert effort towards achieving it. This quiz will test your understanding of the key concepts and principles of Expectancy Theory. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
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According to Expectancy Theory, what is the key factor that determines an individual's motivation to exert effort towards a goal?
What is the relationship between expectancy and effort according to Expectancy Theory?
What is the relationship between valence and effort according to Expectancy Theory?
Which of the following is not a key component of Expectancy Theory?
What is the role of instrumentality in Expectancy Theory?
According to Expectancy Theory, what is the most important factor in determining an individual's motivation to exert effort towards a goal?
Which of the following is an example of a high expectancy goal?
Which of the following is an example of a low expectancy goal?
Which of the following is an example of a high valence goal?
Which of the following is an example of a low valence goal?
Which of the following is an example of a high instrumentality goal?
Which of the following is an example of a low instrumentality goal?
According to Expectancy Theory, what is the most effective way to increase an individual's motivation to exert effort towards a goal?
Which of the following is a limitation of Expectancy Theory?
Despite its limitations, Expectancy Theory has been widely used in the fields of organizational behavior and educational psychology. What is one reason for this?