Question4(j) [1 mark] Which of the following statements about Goal Setting Theory is FALSE? A. Setting difficult and attainable goals will motivate performance. B. Goal setting will only work if there is goal commitment. C. Goal setting will only work if it is combined with financial rewards. D. Goal specificity improves performance. E. Participative goal setting is likely to result in a more motivating goal. ResetMaximum marks: 1 Flag question undefined

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Reading the prompt, we’re asked to evaluate each statement about Goal Setting Theory and determine which one is FALSE.
Option A: 'Setting difficult and attainable goals will motivate performance.' This aligns with the core idea of goal setting theory: specific, challenging (yet attainable) goals tend to enhance performance when feedback and ability are adequate. So this statement is considered true.
Option B: 'Goal setting will only work if there is goal commitment.' Commitment is widely recognized as a critical condition for goals to influence behavior; without buying into the goal, people are unlikely to put in the effort. Therefore, this statement is true.
Option C: 'Goal setting will only work if it is combined with financial rewards.' This is the false statement. Goal setting theory does not claim that financial rewards are a necessary condition for goals to influence performance. Goals can improve performance through intrinsic motivation, feedback, and perceived control, even in non-monetary contexts. Financial rewards can help in some cases, but they are not a required component, making this the incorrect/false option.
Option D: 'Goal specificity improves performance.' Specific, well-defined goals guide attention and effort, which typically enhances performance, so this statement is true.
Option E: 'Participative goal setting is likely to result in a more motivating goal.' Involving employees in setting their own goals tends to increase commitment and motivation, so this statement is true.
In summary, options A, B, D, and E reflect standard, supported elements of Goal Setting Theory, whereas option C asserts an unnecessary prerequisite (financial rewards) that the theory does not mandate. This explains why option C is the false choice in this question.

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