Question 1

The study of motivation is of recent origin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Hygiene factors do not satisfy (or motivate);they set the stage for motivation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

An organization is best described as an inanimate thing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Alderfer's E.R.G.Theory is one of the better-known ________ theories.

Accepted Answer

A)  content
B)  process
C)  social
D)  actualization
E)  growth

Question 5

In contrast to the Theory Y approach,Theory X managers emphasize the need for ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  external motivation
B)  self-governance
C)  close supervision
D)  all of the above
E)  only A and C

Question 6

According to the textbook authors,Alderfer's theory is NOT based on ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  needs escalation
B)  satisfaction progression
C)  frustration regression
D)  hierarchical progression
E)  A and B

Question 7

A typical formal organization acquires an identity independent of its members.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Expectancy is the strength of one's preference for a particular outcome.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Content theory address the following "bottom line" requirement for managing employee motivation ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  determine the response level
B)  minimize the time lag
C)  use a variable-ratio schedule
D)  apply operant conditioning
E)  implement strategies

Question 10

The motivation process consists of all of the following EXCEPT ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  unsatisfied needs
B)  perception
C)  search behavior
D)  a satisfied need
E)  drives

Question 11

While achievement is important,truly effective managers usually have a much higher ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  need for survival
B)  nAff
C)  nPower
D)  need for self-actualization
E)  need for status

Question 12

A belief that if the necessary level of performance is achieved,the anticipated rewards will be forthcoming is referred to as ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  valence
B)  expectancy
C)  projection
D)  instrumentality
E)  forecasting

Question 13

The psychosocial process that produces an attitude resulting in actions leading to a particular result is known as ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  inner forces
B)  unfulfilled needs
C)  abstract values
D)  conditioning
E)  motivation

Question 14

Extrinsic motivators include ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  drives
B)  power
C)  position
D)  income
E)  authority

Exam 5: Motivation: the Force Behind Behavior

An organization is best described as an inanimate thing.

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The motivation process consists of all of the following EXCEPT ________.

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Hygiene factors do not satisfy (or motivate);they set the stage for motivation.

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The psychosocial process that produces an attitude resulting in actions leading to a particular result is known as ________.

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Content theory address the following "bottom line" requirement for managing employee motivation ________.

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The study of motivation is of recent origin.

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Expectancy is the strength of one's preference for a particular outcome.

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A typical formal organization acquires an identity independent of its members.

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Extrinsic motivators include ________.

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In contrast to the Theory Y approach,Theory X managers emphasize the need for ________.

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While achievement is important,truly effective managers usually have a much higher ________.

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According to the textbook authors,Alderfer's theory is NOT based on ________.

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Alderfer's E.R.G.Theory is one of the better-known ________ theories.

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A belief that if the necessary level of performance is achieved,the anticipated rewards will be forthcoming is referred to as ________.

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An organization is best described as an inanimate thing.

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The motivation process consists of all of the following EXCEPT ________.

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Hygiene factors do not satisfy (or motivate);they set the stage for motivation.

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The psychosocial process that produces an attitude resulting in actions leading to a particular result is known as ________.

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Content theory address the following "bottom line" requirement for managing employee motivation ________.

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The study of motivation is of recent origin.

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Expectancy is the strength of one's preference for a particular outcome.

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A typical formal organization acquires an identity independent of its members.

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Extrinsic motivators include ________.

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In contrast to the Theory Y approach,Theory X managers emphasize the need for ________.

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While achievement is important,truly effective managers usually have a much higher ________.

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According to the textbook authors,Alderfer's theory is NOT based on ________.

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Alderfer's E.R.G.Theory is one of the better-known ________ theories.

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A belief that if the necessary level of performance is achieved,the anticipated rewards will be forthcoming is referred to as ________.

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