Question

Every year, Barbara and her boss sit down together and discuss what Barbara should accomplish for the next year. Barbara's boss takes time to meet with all his employees like this to motivate them to accomplish their objectives. These actions rely on _____. Select one: a. goal-setting theory b. goal-motivation theory c. equity theory d. expectancy theory e. Theory Y

Answer 1

The correct answer is letter A.

Explanation: Developed in 1981 by professors and scholars Gary Latham and Edwin Locke, Goal Setting Theory consists of goal setting as a motivating factor and an incentive to reach goals at work. They also argue that to keep workers productive, it is important to direct their demands, that is, to clearly define their tasks and their purpose.