The theory which asserts that motivation depends upon the strength of a tendency to act in a certain way,which in turn depends on the strength of an expectation that the act will be followed by a given outcome and on the attractiveness of that outcome to the individual,is called
A)Herzberg's dual-factor theory.
B)McClelland's three needs theory.
C)Vroom's expectancy theory.
D)Maslow's hierarchy of needs.
E)Alderfer's ERG theory.

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The theory described in the question is Vroom's expectancy theory. Herzberg's dual-factor theory focuses on job satisfaction and dissatisfaction, McClelland's three needs theory focuses on the needs for achievement, affiliation, and power, Maslow's hierarchy of needs focuses on the hierarchy of human needs, and Alderfer's ERG theory focuses on existence, relatedness, and growth needs.

The Theory Which Asserts That Motivation Depends Upon the Strength