Expectancy theory mainly explains how employees:
A)have different needs at different times.
B)can use personal expectations to reduce work-related stress.
C)can motivate themselves through power.
D)have different levels of work effort based on their expectations of performance and reward outcomes.
E)compare their inputs and outcomes to other people.

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Expectancy theory suggests that employees will have different levels of work effort based on their expectations of performance and rewards. This means that employees are motivated by the belief that their effort will lead to good performance and that good performance will be rewarded.

Expectancy Theory Mainly Explains How Employees