Expectancy theory suggests that managers attempting to improve employee performance would be well advised to
A) make sure that all employees are expected to meet the same standards.
B) focus on setting monetary rewards for meeting the standards.
C) set attainable performance goals.
D) keep salaries earned by employees confidential.

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Expectancy theory states that if employees believe a task is unattainable, they are unlikely to commit their maximum effort to completing that task. Thus, employees must believe that a goal is attainable before they will exert their best effort.

Expectancy Theory Suggests That Managers Attempting to Improve Employee Performance