Question 1

Erin believes that she is not a good math student.Her ________for mathematical tasks is low.

Accepted Answer

A) self-esteem 
B) valence 
C) self-efficacy 
D) action control 
A) self-esteem 
B) valence 
C) self-efficacy 
D) action control

Question 2

Goals affect behavior because they

Accepted Answer

A) direct attention and action. 
B) mobilize effort. 
C) increase persistence. 
D) All of the above 
A) direct attention and action. 
B) mobilize effort. 
C) increase persistence. 
D) All of the above

Question 3

The Galatea effect is part of which theory?

Accepted Answer

A) Expectancy theory 
B) Self-efficacy theory 
C) Equity theory 
D) Control theory 
A) Expectancy theory 
B) Self-efficacy theory 
C) Equity theory 
D) Control theory

Question 4

A recent variation of goal setting theory is a theory that describes a process linking goals and intentions to behaviors.This theory is known as:

Accepted Answer

A) control theory. 
B) goal oriented theory. 
C) action theory. 
D) self-efficacy theory. 
A) control theory. 
B) goal oriented theory. 
C) action theory. 
D) self-efficacy theory.

Question 5

Goal setting theory predicts that people will exert effort toward accomplishing their goals and that job performance is a function of:

Accepted Answer

A) the goals set 
B) the rewards offered 
C) learning orientation 
D) action processes 
A) the goals set 
B) the rewards offered 
C) learning orientation 
D) action processes

Question 6

According to Herzberg's two-factor theory,achievement and recognition are called _______ factors and can lead to___________.

Accepted Answer

A) motivator; job satisfaction 
B) hygiene; job dissatisfaction 
C) motivator; both job satisfaction and job dissatisfaction 
D) hygiene; both job satisfaction and job dissatisfaction 
A) motivator; job satisfaction 
B) hygiene; job dissatisfaction 
C) motivator; both job satisfaction and job dissatisfaction 
D) hygiene; both job satisfaction and job dissatisfaction

Question 7

The need for water is an example of a need in Maslow's need hierarchy theory.

Accepted Answer

A) physiological 
B) safety 
C) self-actualization 
D) love 
A) physiological 
B) safety 
C) self-actualization 
D) love

Question 8

Recently,the research into equity theory has shifted from an emphasis on fairness in _________ to a concern with _________.

Accepted Answer

A) reward distribution process; allocation of rewards 
B) allocation of rewards; reward distribution process 
C) procedural justice; overpayment inequity 
D) underpayment inequity; overpayment inequity 
A) reward distribution process; allocation of rewards 
B) allocation of rewards; reward distribution process 
C) procedural justice; overpayment inequity 
D) underpayment inequity; overpayment inequity

Question 9

According to Equity Theory,which is NOT an action an employee will take in response to feelings of inequity?

Accepted Answer

A) change inputs 
B) change outputs 
C) withdraw from the work situation 
D) change valence 
A) change inputs 
B) change outputs 
C) withdraw from the work situation 
D) change valence

Question 10

What is NOT an important factor for goal setting to improve job performance?

Accepted Answer

A) Specific goals 
B) Reward for achieving goals 
C) Feedback on level of success 
D) Employee acceptance of the goal(s) 
A) Specific goals 
B) Reward for achieving goals 
C) Feedback on level of success 
D) Employee acceptance of the goal(s)

Question 11

If Bill Gates says to the Rolling Stones that he thinks it is unfair for the band to be paid a million dollars for just one song,which theory would best apply?

Accepted Answer

A) Goal-setting theory 
B) Self-efficacy theory 
C) Expectancy theory 
D) Equity theory 
A) Goal-setting theory 
B) Self-efficacy theory 
C) Expectancy theory 
D) Equity theory

Question 12

Sally believes that she works harder than anyone else in her office; yet her salary is not the highest.Most likely Sally will experience which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A) Feelings of overpayment inequity 
B) Feelings of underpayment inequity 
C) Feelings of equity 
D) Feelings of self-efficacy 
A) Feelings of overpayment inequity 
B) Feelings of underpayment inequity 
C) Feelings of equity 
D) Feelings of self-efficacy

Question 13

Which best describes the action process?

Accepted Answer

A) desire something; develop goal; feedback; execute plan 
B) desire something; feedback; develop goal; generate plan 
C) desire something; develop goal; execute plan; feedback 
D) desire something; develop goal; feedback; generate plan 
A) desire something; develop goal; feedback; execute plan 
B) desire something; feedback; develop goal; generate plan 
C) desire something; develop goal; execute plan; feedback 
D) desire something; develop goal; feedback; generate plan

Question 14

Goal setting theory claims that which of the following factors are necessary for improvement in job performance?

Accepted Answer

A) Goal commitment and feedback 
B) Salary equity and feedback 
C) Specific organizational goals and goal commitment 
D) Proximal constructs and clear objectives 
A) Goal commitment and feedback 
B) Salary equity and feedback 
C) Specific organizational goals and goal commitment 
D) Proximal constructs and clear objectives

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT necessary for goal setting to be effective at improving job performance?

Accepted Answer

A) Employees must be permitted to set their own goals. 
B) Employees must have goal commitment. 
C) Employees must receive feedback. 
D) The goal must be difficult. 
A) Employees must be permitted to set their own goals. 
B) Employees must have goal commitment. 
C) Employees must receive feedback. 
D) The goal must be difficult.

Question 16

I think I should be well paid because I have a Ph.D.In this case,the Ph.D.is considered a(n)_____________.

Accepted Answer

A) outcome 
B) input 
C) valence 
D) expectancy 
A) outcome 
B) input 
C) valence 
D) expectancy

Question 17

Things that a person consciously wants to attain or achieve are called:

Accepted Answer

A) inputs 
B) goals 
C) outputs 
D) equity 
A) inputs 
B) goals 
C) outputs 
D) equity

Question 18

The basic principle behind goal setting theory is that people are motivated to engage in specific behaviors because of

Accepted Answer

A) reinforcements. 
B) perceived equity between their inputs and outputs and those of others. 
C) internal intentions or objectives. 
D) incentives 
A) reinforcements. 
B) perceived equity between their inputs and outputs and those of others. 
C) internal intentions or objectives. 
D) incentives

Question 19

You attended a training session and learned a more efficient method of performing your job,yet every time you use the new method your coworkers laugh at your technique.According to reinforcement theory you will

Accepted Answer

A) Continue to use the new method and ignore the ridicule of your co-workers. 
B) Quit your job because of your poor self image. 
C) Decrease the use of the new method. 
D) Modify your goals in response to the negative feedback. 
A) Continue to use the new method and ignore the ridicule of your co-workers. 
B) Quit your job because of your poor self image. 
C) Decrease the use of the new method. 
D) Modify your goals in response to the negative feedback.

Question 20

In motivation theories,"direction of behavior" refers to

Accepted Answer

A) how long the person engages in the behavior. 
B) which behavior the person chooses. 
C) the amount of effort a person expends at doing a task. 
D) the amount of intention needed to engage in a behavior. 
A) how long the person engages in the behavior. 
B) which behavior the person chooses. 
C) the amount of effort a person expends at doing a task. 
D) the amount of intention needed to engage in a behavior.

Erin believes that she is not a good math student.Her ________for mathematical tasks is low.

Goals affect behavior because they

The Galatea effect is part of which theory?

A recent variation of goal setting theory is a theory that describes a process linking goals and intentions to behaviors.This theory is known as:

Goal setting theory predicts that people will exert effort toward accomplishing their goals and that job performance is a function of:

According to Herzberg's two-factor theory,achievement and recognition are called _ factors and can lead to_____.

The need for water is an example of a need in Maslow's need hierarchy theory.

Recently,the research into equity theory has shifted from an emphasis on fairness in _ to a concern with _.

According to Equity Theory,which is NOT an action an employee will take in response to feelings of inequity?

What is NOT an important factor for goal setting to improve job performance?

If Bill Gates says to the Rolling Stones that he thinks it is unfair for the band to be paid a million dollars for just one song,which theory would best apply?

Sally believes that she works harder than anyone else in her office; yet her salary is not the highest.Most likely Sally will experience which of the following?

Which best describes the action process?

Goal setting theory claims that which of the following factors are necessary for improvement in job performance?

Which of the following is NOT necessary for goal setting to be effective at improving job performance?

I think I should be well paid because I have a Ph.D.In this case,the Ph.D.is considered a(n)_____________.

Things that a person consciously wants to attain or achieve are called:

The basic principle behind goal setting theory is that people are motivated to engage in specific behaviors because of

You attended a training session and learned a more efficient method of performing your job,yet every time you use the new method your coworkers laugh at your technique.According to reinforcement theory you will

In motivation theories,"direction of behavior" refers to

Introduction

Research Methods in I0 Psychology

Job Analysis

Performance Appraisal

Assessment Methods for Selection and Placement

Selecting Employees

Training

Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment

Productive and Counterproductive Employee Behavior

Occupational Health Psychology

Work Groups and Work Teams

Leadership and Power in Organizations

Organizational Development and Theory

Filters

Exam 8: Theories of Employee Motivation

Erin believes that she is not a good math student.Her ________for mathematical tasks is low.

Goals affect behavior because they

The Galatea effect is part of which theory?

A recent variation of goal setting theory is a theory that describes a process linking goals and intentions to behaviors.This theory is known as:

Goal setting theory predicts that people will exert effort toward accomplishing their goals and that job performance is a function of:

According to Herzberg's two-factor theory,achievement and recognition are called _______ factors and can lead to___________.

The need for water is an example of a need in Maslow's need hierarchy theory.

Recently,the research into equity theory has shifted from an emphasis on fairness in _________ to a concern with _________.

According to Equity Theory,which is NOT an action an employee will take in response to feelings of inequity?

What is NOT an important factor for goal setting to improve job performance?

If Bill Gates says to the Rolling Stones that he thinks it is unfair for the band to be paid a million dollars for just one song,which theory would best apply?

Sally believes that she works harder than anyone else in her office; yet her salary is not the highest.Most likely Sally will experience which of the following?

Which best describes the action process?

Goal setting theory claims that which of the following factors are necessary for improvement in job performance?

Which of the following is NOT necessary for goal setting to be effective at improving job performance?

I think I should be well paid because I have a Ph.D.In this case,the Ph.D.is considered a(n)_____________.

Things that a person consciously wants to attain or achieve are called:

The basic principle behind goal setting theory is that people are motivated to engage in specific behaviors because of

You attended a training session and learned a more efficient method of performing your job,yet every time you use the new method your coworkers laugh at your technique.According to reinforcement theory you will

In motivation theories,"direction of behavior" refers to

Introduction

Research Methods in I0 Psychology

Job Analysis

Performance Appraisal

Assessment Methods for Selection and Placement

Selecting Employees

Training

Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment

Productive and Counterproductive Employee Behavior

Occupational Health Psychology

Work Groups and Work Teams

Leadership and Power in Organizations

Organizational Development and Theory

Filters

According to Herzberg's two-factor theory,achievement and recognition are called _ factors and can lead to_____.

Recently,the research into equity theory has shifted from an emphasis on fairness in _ to a concern with _.