If you get an "A" on this exam you will definitely get an "A" in the course,and if you get an "A" in the course your parents will give you a SUV.Unfortunately,no matter how hard you study you don't think you can get an "A." In this case your ________ is high,and your is low.

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Instrumentality (the belief that getting an "A" in the course will lead to receiving an SUV) and valence (the value of the reward, the SUV) are high because you believe the reward is valuable and attainable if the condition is met. However, expectancy (the belief in your ability to achieve an "A" on the exam) is low because you doubt your ability to achieve the necessary grade.

If You Get an "A" on This Exam You Will