The basic expectancy framework suggests that, for motivated behaviour to occur,
A) the performance-to-outcome expectancies should approach zero.
B) the sum of all the valences for the relevant potential outcomes must be negative.
C) none of the valences for the relevant potential outcomes should be negative.
D) the effort-to-performance ratio should be well above 10.
E) the positive valences should outweigh the negative valences of potential outcomes.

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The basic expectancy framework proposes that motivated behavior occurs when the positive valences (anticipated rewards) of potential outcomes outweigh the negative valences (expected costs). Therefore, option E is the correct answer. Option A is incorrect because performance-to-outcome expectancies should be high, not approaching zero. Option B is incorrect because the sum of valences can be positive or negative, as long as the positive valences outweigh the negative ones. Option C is incorrect for the same reason as option B. Option D is irrelevant as there is no specific ratio required for effort-to-performance.

The Basic Expectancy Framework Suggests That, for Motivated Behaviour to Occur