Goal setting influences employee behaviour and performance mainly by improving
A)aptitudes and learned abilities.
B)situational contingencies and learned abilities.
C)motivation and aptitudes.
D)role perceptions and learned abilities.
E)motivation and role perceptions.

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Goal setting theory suggests that setting specific, challenging goals influences employee behavior and performance by increasing motivation and enhancing role perceptions. When employees are given a clear understanding of what is expected of them, they are more likely to feel motivated to achieve their goals and have a better understanding of their role within the organization. Improving aptitudes and learned abilities (A), situational contingencies and learned abilities (B), or role perceptions and learned abilities (D) may have some impact, but the primary influence of goal setting is on motivation and role perceptions. Therefore, the best choice is E.

Goal Setting Influences Employee Behaviour and Performance Mainly by Improving