Rahul is a hardworking business administration student. When his business studies lecturer announces an important exam, Rahul decides to put in his best efforts and achieve the highest grade. However, Rahul gets demotivated when the lecturer announces that none has received an A till date, and he feels that it would be pointless to work hard from thereon. This scenario exemplifies _____.

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Expectancy theory explains motivation in terms of an individual's belief that effort will lead to performance and performance will lead to desired outcomes. Rahul's demotivation stems from his belief that his efforts will not lead to the desired outcome (an A grade), thus illustrating expectancy theory.

Rahul Is a Hardworking Business Administration Student