In expectancy theory, a person may have the ability to reach a certain goal, but lack motivation because _________.
A)the goal is too easy
B)the goal is too hard
C)the person has no strong desire to reach the goal
D)the person's desire to reach the goal is too strong

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According to expectancy theory, a person's motivation to reach a certain goal is based on three factors: expectancy (the belief that effort will lead to performance), instrumentality (the belief that performance will lead to outcomes), and valence (the value the person places on the outcomes). If a person lacks motivation, it could be because they do not place a high value on the outcomes associated with the goal, indicating a lack of desire to reach it. Abilities and difficulty levels of goals are not related to motivation in expectancy theory.

In Expectancy Theory, a Person May Have the Ability to Reach