Duke knows that good performance is rewarded with extra vacation time, and Duke really values having that vacation time so he can travel. In expectancy theory, Duke's expectation that he will be satisfied by having time off is known as:

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Valence is the value an individual places on an outcome or reward. In this situation, Duke values vacation time, which is a desired outcome for him. The other options, expectancy, instrumentality, and inputs, are not applicable to this situation as they refer to other aspects of expectancy theory such as the belief that effort leads to performance, performance leads to outcomes, and inputs or contributions to the job.

Duke Knows That Good Performance Is Rewarded with Extra Vacation