Question

___________ is based on the notion that setting ambitious but attainable goals will improve motivation and performance if the goals are accepted, accompanied by feedback, and facilitated by organizational conditions.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is: Goal-Setting Theory

Explanation:

The Goal-Setting Theory of Motivation was developed by researcher Edwin Locke in the 1960s. This theory argues that goal-setting is essential and strongly related to task performance in organizations. According to Locke, setting specific, attainable goals improves employees performance when properly accompained by relevant goal-oriented feedback.

Setting goals also contributes as a source of job motivation.