Multiple choice

In Vroom's theory, motivation results from

  1. valance + expectancy

  2. valance / expectancy

  3. valance x expectancy

  4. valance - expectancy

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Vroom's Expectancy Theory uses multiplication (valence x expectancy) because if either valence (value of outcome) or expectancy (belief that effort leads to performance) is zero, motivation becomes zero. Addition, subtraction, or division don't capture this relationship.