Question

Susie set a goal for her performance on the first test, but classmate John set no goal. According to the theory developed by _____, Susie should do better because the goal will help her to direct attention, mobilize effort, and increase persistence.

a. Burton
b. Garland
c. Locke
d. none of the above

Answer 1

Answer: C. Locke

Explanation: Edwin Locke goal theory talks about the effect of setting goals. People that sets specific goals for themselves no matter how difficult the goals might be performs better than people who just sets unspecified easy goals.