Tina is the most productive employee in her department.When her manager retires,Tina doesn't apply for the job,in spite of her excellent record and the pay and prestige associated with the job.She believes that the job will go to someone who has more seniority.Based on expectancy theory,which would explain why Tina doesn't apply for the job?
A) the effort-performance issue
B) the rewards-personal goals issue
C) the performance-reward issue
D) her personal goals
E) her family demands

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C)Expectancy theory suggests that employees work harder toward reaching a goal if they know they have a good chance of reaching it; Tina doesn't feel that her chance of getting the position will be based on her excellent performance.

Tina Is the Most Productive Employee in Her Department