Asked by keith sanders on Apr 26, 2024

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According to the expectancy theory, what is instrumentality?

A) It refers to the likelihood that if a person tries to perform better, that will really be the result.
B) It refers to the likelihood that something good or bad will come from an increase in effort.
C) It refers to the value a person places on achieving a reward.
D) It refers to the freedom to choose one's tasks and methods of work.

Instrumentality

The likelihood that something good (or bad) will come from an increase in effort.

Expectancy Theory

A motivation theory stating that an individual's motivation is related to their expectation of a reward and the attractiveness of that reward.

  • Recognize the principal parts of expectancy theory and its prediction of workers' motivation.
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Kentrell Scruggs-TorranceApr 27, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Instrumentality is the belief that a person will receive a reward if the performance expectation is met, essentially linking performance to outcomes.