Alex works as an accountant in a pharmaceutical company.His job frequently demands that he work overtime.Lately,his health has been affected because of his workload.Alex is eligible for a promotion.But,the new position would demand longer working hours with double the current salary.Alex values his health over his pay check at the end of the month.In the context of expectancy theory,the promotion has a _____ for Alex.

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According to the expectancy theory, valence refers to the value that an individual places on the outcome of an action or decision. In this scenario, Alex values his health over a higher salary and longer working hours, indicating a negative valence towards the promotion. Therefore, choice (A) is the correct answer.

Alex Works as an Accountant in a Pharmaceutical Company