The use of goal setting will NOT increase motivation or performance ________.
A) without extrinsic rewards for goal accomplishment
B) if organizational citizenship behaviors is important to the company
C) unless the workers are involved in setting the goals
D) when workers lack the skills and abilities needed to perform at a higher level

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Goal setting can increase motivation and performance only if the workers have the necessary skills and abilities to achieve the goal. If workers lack the required skills and abilities, goal setting may actually reduce their motivation and performance. The other options are incorrect as extrinsic rewards, organizational citizenship behaviors, and involvement of workers in goal setting all have been found to positively impact motivation and performance.

The Use of Goal Setting Will NOT Increase Motivation or Performance