Erin has maintained a very high GPA throughout her accounting education, but wonders if that GPA will ensure that she gets a good job.In terms of expectancy theory, Erin is most concerned about:
A)Expectancy
B)Instrumentality
C)Valence
D)Utility

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Instrumentality is the belief that a certain performance level will lead to specific outcomes, such as a good job. Erin is concerned about whether her high GPA will lead to the outcome of getting a good job, indicating a concern about instrumentality rather than expectancy (belief that effort leads to performance) or valence (value or desirability of the outcome). Utility is not a relevant concept in this scenario.

Erin Has Maintained a Very High GPA Throughout Her Accounting