Liz, a plant manager, wants to apply self-determination theory to workers at the plant. She might therefore attempt to ________.
A)encourage workers to pursue external rewards of their choosing
B)assign employees exciting work that meets their needs
C)give out bonuses based on performance
D)assign difficult goals to all employees

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Self-determination theory suggests that people are more motivated when they feel autonomous, competent, and related to others. Liz can therefore encourage worker motivation by assigning them work that is exciting and meets their needs, giving them a sense of autonomy and competence. Assigning difficult goals or giving out bonuses based on performance may not necessarily address workers' needs for autonomy and relatedness.

Liz, a Plant Manager, Wants to Apply Self-Determination Theory to Workers