Multiple choice

Under expectancy theory, motivation increases when

  1. valance increases

  2. valance decreases

  3. either (1) or (2)

  4. there is no effect on valance

  5. both (1) and (2)
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Explanation

In Expectancy Theory, valence refers to the value or attractiveness a person places on the reward or outcome. Higher valence means the reward is more desirable, which increases motivation to achieve it.

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