According to Vroom's expectancy theory, in order to maximize expectancy, a manager should do all of the following EXCEPT: A) assume that people will work hard to get promoted. B) select people with the right abilities for the jobs to be done. C) provide workers with the best training and development. D) support workers with resources.

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According to Vroom's expectancy theory, expectancy is the belief that increased effort results in improved job performance and that improved job performance leads to better rewards or outcomes. However, assuming that people will work hard to get promoted is a presumption, and may not necessarily maximize expectancy. So, assuming that people will work hard to get promoted is not the correct way.

According to Vroom's Expectancy Theory, in Order to Maximize Expectancy