valence

(noun)

A value assigned to an object, behavior, or other consequence that has relative scale.

Related Terms

  • Expectancy
  • Valence
  • Instrumentality
  • self-efficacy
  • instrumentality
  • expectancy theory

Examples of valence in the following topics:

  • Expectancy Theory

    • This is why it is called a valence.
    • If one reward has a more extreme valence than another, it will consequently result in a higher level of motivation.
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