Question

Nathan has been assigned a task for which he knows that he does not have the necessary skills or knowledge. However, he really wants the bonus he can earn by successfully completing the task. According to Expectancy Theory, Nathan will be highly motivated to complete the task.

A. True
B. False

Answer 1

Answer: B) False

Step-by-step explanation:

Expectancy theory is the theory in which a person is motivated enough to receive reward or specific behavior and assessment of expectancy is done to see how much effort will bring out expected performance accordingly. This expectation based on performance will lead to reward achievement.

According to the question,Expectancy theory is not applied in Nathan's case as their is no motivation for completing task .So, expectancy is zero which makes zero motivation level.

Therefore, the correct option is option(B) as the given statement is false.