Question

Which of following statements is true about the Goal Theory of Motivation?

• A. A person's level of commitment to a goal will no tregualte the level of effort expended.
• B. Research has shown that there is little support for the Goal Theory and its effects on motivation with regard to the relationship between goal-setting and performance.
• C. People with difficult goals will perform better then people with easier goals.
• D. People with easier goals will perform better than people with difficult goals

Answer 1

The correct option is C People with difficult goals will perform better then people with easier goals.

Goal Setting Theory of Motivation. In 1960's, Edwin Locke put forward the Goal setting theory of motivation. This theory states that goal setting is essentially linked to task performance. It states that specific and challenging goals along with appropriate feedback contribute to higher and better task performance.