The design of a job has a great impact on whether or not the job itself is motivating. One of the characteristics of a job design is task significance, which is the extent to which the job substantially impacts the work or lives of others. What is true about task significance?

Correct Answer: Option A — Generally, the greater the significance of tasks that are performed, the greater the level of intrinsic motivation.

Task significance measures the perceived impact of a job on others. When crew members understand that their specific maintenance or operational tasks are critical to the vessel's safety and the lives of their shipmates, their intrinsic motivation increases, leading to higher quality work and greater professional dedication.