Which of the following is a process theory of motivation?
A)equity theory
B)expectancy theory
C)needs theory
D)hygiene theory
E)ERG theory

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Expectancy theory is a process theory of motivation that explains how people make decisions regarding various behavioral alternatives based on the degree to which they believe that their efforts will lead to a particular outcome. It suggests that employees are motivated when they believe that their efforts will lead to high performance and high performance will lead to desired outcomes or rewards. The other options (A, C, D, E) are content theories which explain what motivates people rather than how motivation occurs.

Which of the Following Is a Process Theory of Motivation