The motivation theory that holds that employee motivation is determined by the belief that a valued outcome will result from effort is called:
A)equity theory
B)goal-setting theory
C)expectancy theory
D)two-factor theory

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The expectancy theory suggests that an employee's motivation is based on their belief that their effort will lead to a good performance, which will be rewarded with valued outcomes. This theory states that employees will only be motivated to exert effort if they believe that it will lead to good performance, and that good performance will result in rewards that they value. The other options, equity theory, goal-setting theory, and two-factor theory, do not specifically address the relationship between effort and valued outcomes.

The Motivation Theory That Holds That Employee Motivation Is Determined