From an expectancy theory perspective,a manager who wanted to boost motivation levels would be least likely to ________.
A) identify rewards that are valued
B) limit praise to encourage hard work
C) dispense rewards directly following particular levels of performance
D) strengthen employees' beliefs that their efforts will lead to valued rewards

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Limiting praise to encourage hard work goes against the expectancy theory perspective, which suggests that employees need to believe that their efforts will lead to valued rewards. Limiting praise may make employees feel that their efforts are not valued or appreciated, and thus reduce motivation. Instead, the manager should dispense rewards directly following particular levels of performance, identify rewards that are valued by employees, and strengthen employees' beliefs that their efforts will lead to valued rewards to boost motivation levels.

From an Expectancy Theory Perspective,a Manager Who Wanted to Boost