Question 1

An effective climate allows people to work to their full potential without becoming a threat to others.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

_____ refers to the freedom to choose one's tasks and methods of work.

Accepted Answer

A)  Autonomy
B)  Task Significance
C)  Skill variety
D)  Task identity

Question 3

To make reinforcers or incentives more effective, the employees involved should have the opportunity for ____.

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The answer of To make reinforcers or incentives more effective,...

Question 4

According to McClelland, a manager without a need for power will generally be less effective than one with a strong power need.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

_____ are factors connected with a job that make working there better.

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The answer of _____ are factors connected with a job...

Question 6

David, an employee at a manufacturing company, wanted to get promoted to the post of supervisor. His company offered the incentive of a week-long fishing trip for high performers. This did not motivate David to perform well. This happened because the reward lacked ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  expectancy
B)  instrumentality
C)  valence
D)  autonomy

Question 7

Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory of motivation assumes that when a need has been satisfied, it will no longer motivate the person's behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

_____ is the willingness to make an effort toward accomplishment.

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The answer of _____ is the willingness to make an...

Question 9

Which of the following is true of Alderfer's ERG theory?

Accepted Answer

A)  The theory proposes five levels of needs that people progress through during their lifetime.
B)  The order in which one progress through the three stages can be different for different people.
C)  A need in the hierarchy will not be a motivator until those below it are already satisfied.
D)  A person who fails to reach a higher need level will not become frustrated.

Question 10

Which of the following is an example of a hygiene factor?

Accepted Answer

A)  Feeling of achievement
B)  Increased responsibility
C)  Recognition of work
D)  Interpersonal relations

Question 11

What role does feedback play in job enrichment?

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When a job allows individuals to know ho...

Question 12

What is meant by task significance?

Accepted Answer

A)  The opportunity to use numerous different skills in one's position at work
B)  A worker's perception of the meaningfulness of a job
C)  The freedom to choose one's tasks and methods of work
D)  A worker's perception that the task directly affects other people's work or lives

Question 13

How does McClelland describe a person with a high power need?

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According to McClelland, a manager witho...

Question 14

Which of the following is an effective way of behavior modification?

Accepted Answer

A)  Informing an employee immediately of the behavior one does not like
B)  Ignoring the behavior one does not like, hoping the employee will change
C)  Rewarding the behavior one likes, and ignoring the behavior one does not like
D)  Giving freedom to the employee so as to identify his or her weaknesses and strengths

Question 15

Explain a criticism against behavior modification model.

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A criticism of behavior modification mod...

Question 16

Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory of motivation shows that people tend to satisfy their needs in a certain order: first, physiological needs, then safety and security, belongingness and love, esteem, and finally, self-actualization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

_____ is the willingness to make an effort toward accomplishment.

Accepted Answer

A)  Hygiene
B)  Motivation
C)  Morale
D)  Work ethics

Question 18

Which of the following is a reason why professional women who are balancing the demands of work and families are more likely to quit their jobs?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lack of on-site day care facility
B)  Inflexible working hours
C)  Feeling of boredom
D)  Lack of profit sharing programs

Question 19

According to the reinforcement theory, what kind of rewards should a manager use when trying to motivate employees?

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A manager trying to motivate employees s...

Question 20

How is self-esteem related to job performance?

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There are two ways that self-esteem ties...

Exam 5: Motivation: Increasing Productivity

_____ is the willingness to make an effort toward accomplishment.

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Which of the following is an example of a hygiene factor?

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What role does feedback play in job enrichment?

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Explain a criticism against behavior modification model.

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According to the reinforcement theory, what kind of rewards should a manager use when trying to motivate employees?

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David, an employee at a manufacturing company, wanted to get promoted to the post of supervisor. His company offered the incentive of a week-long fishing trip for high performers. This did not motivate David to perform well. This happened because the reward lacked ____.

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Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory of motivation shows that people tend to satisfy their needs in a certain order: first, physiological needs, then safety and security, belongingness and love, esteem, and finally, self-actualization.

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Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory of motivation assumes that when a need has been satisfied, it will no longer motivate the person's behavior.

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Which of the following is an effective way of behavior modification?

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_____ are factors connected with a job that make working there better.

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_____ refers to the freedom to choose one's tasks and methods of work.

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To make reinforcers or incentives more effective, the employees involved should have the opportunity for ____.

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Which of the following is true of Alderfer's ERG theory?

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An effective climate allows people to work to their full potential without becoming a threat to others.

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How is self-esteem related to job performance?

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What is meant by task significance?

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How does McClelland describe a person with a high power need?

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According to McClelland, a manager without a need for power will generally be less effective than one with a strong power need.

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