Jenny was planning on traveling over spring break, but she didn't want to spend a lot of money on the airfare. Even though it took more time, she went online to get tickets instead of going to a travel agent. What theory of motivation best explains Jenny's behavior? A) Expectancy theory B) Instinct theory C) Drive theory D) Theory of cognitive dissonance

Jenny was planning on traveling over spring break, but she didn't want to spend a lot of money on the airfare. Even though it took more time, she went online to get tickets instead of going to a travel agent. What theory of motivation best explains Jenny's behavior? A) Expectancy theory B) Instinct theory C) Drive theory D) Theory of cognitive dissonance

Understanding Management (MindTap Course List)

10th Edition

ISBN:9781305502215

Author:Richard L. Daft, Dorothy Marcic

Publisher:Richard L. Daft, Dorothy Marcic

Chapter12: Motivating Employees

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