The importance that an individual places on a potential outcome or reward that can be achieved on the job is known as_______ .

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The valence or attractiveness of a reward is the degree to which an individual values a potential outcome or reward. It is an important concept in motivation theory, as it helps to explain why individuals are motivated to work towards certain goals or outcomes. The other options (B) goal-setting behavior, (C) operant learning opportunity, and (D) effort performance linkage or expectancy, are all related to motivation, but they do not specifically address the importance an individual places on a potential outcome or reward.

The Importance That an Individual Places on a Potential Outcome