Question 1

Equity theory predicts that someone who is underpaid on a piece rate basis will produce a high volume of low quality output.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

From bottom to top, what are the levels in Salovey and Mayer's model of emotional intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Perception of emotions, use an

Question 3

Controlled motivation has to do with being in control of your own motivation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following is TRUE about the classic goal setting study conducted at Weyerhaeuser Company?

Accepted Answer

A) The results were achieved with driver participation. 
B) The results were achieved with monetary incentives. 
C) Drivers were assigned a specific learning goal. 
D) The effects were short-lived. 
E) Drivers were assigned a specific challenging performance goal. 
A) The results were achieved with driver participation. 
B) The results were achieved with monetary incentives. 
C) Drivers were assigned a specific learning goal. 
D) The effects were short-lived. 
E) Drivers were assigned a specific challenging performance goal.

Question 5

________ is particularly important in jobs that involve a lot of emotional labour.

Accepted Answer

Emotional

Question 6

According to Maslow, once a person has experienced self-actualization, he or she will no longer be motivated by needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Self-determination theory posits that needs are not ________ and people do not differ in the strength of particular needs.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Self-determination theory posits that needs are not...

Question 8

McClelland's affiliation need is essentially equivalent to Maslow's belongingness need.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

High performance could occur despite fairly low motivation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

When people do not have their basic psychological needs satisfied, their motivation will be ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When people do not have their basic...

Question 11

According to Maslow, self-actualization is the most potent motivator.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

According to self-determination theory, the extent to which a person's motivation is autonomous or controlled depends on

Accepted Answer

A) the satisfaction of physiological needs. 
B) the satisfaction of basic psychological needs. 
C) the satisfaction of growth needs. 
D) the satisfaction of lower-level needs. 
E) the satisfaction of higher order needs. 
A) the satisfaction of physiological needs. 
B) the satisfaction of basic psychological needs. 
C) the satisfaction of growth needs. 
D) the satisfaction of lower-level needs. 
E) the satisfaction of higher order needs.

Question 13

General cognitive ability is only related to performance on complex tasks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

In cultures where ________ is large, it would be expected that goals be assigned by superiors.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In cultures where ________ is large, it...

Question 15

If you have just started a new job and must perform a complex task, then your boss should set a specific high ________ goal.

Accepted Answer

The answer of If you have just started a new...

Question 16

Natasha wants a promotion to a more interesting and challenging job but doesn't get it.According to Alderfer's ERG theory and its frustration-regression hypothesis, she may now seek more social support from her boss.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Equity theory predicts that someone who is underpaid on a piece rate basis will produce a high volume of low quality output.

From bottom to top, what are the levels in Salovey and Mayer's model of emotional intelligence?

Controlled motivation has to do with being in control of your own motivation.

Which of the following is TRUE about the classic goal setting study conducted at Weyerhaeuser Company?

________ is particularly important in jobs that involve a lot of emotional labour.

According to Maslow, once a person has experienced self-actualization, he or she will no longer be motivated by needs.

Self-determination theory posits that needs are not ________ and people do not differ in the strength of particular needs.

McClelland's affiliation need is essentially equivalent to Maslow's belongingness need.

High performance could occur despite fairly low motivation.

When people do not have their basic psychological needs satisfied, their motivation will be ________.

According to Maslow, self-actualization is the most potent motivator.

According to self-determination theory, the extent to which a person's motivation is autonomous or controlled depends on

General cognitive ability is only related to performance on complex tasks.

In cultures where ________ is large, it would be expected that goals be assigned by superiors.

If you have just started a new job and must perform a complex task, then your boss should set a specific high ________ goal.

Natasha wants a promotion to a more interesting and challenging job but doesn't get it.According to Alderfer's ERG theory and its frustration-regression hypothesis, she may now seek more social support from her boss.

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Exam 5: Theories of Work Motivation

Equity theory predicts that someone who is underpaid on a piece rate basis will produce a high volume of low quality output.

From bottom to top, what are the levels in Salovey and Mayer's model of emotional intelligence?

Controlled motivation has to do with being in control of your own motivation.

Which of the following is TRUE about the classic goal setting study conducted at Weyerhaeuser Company?

________ is particularly important in jobs that involve a lot of emotional labour.

According to Maslow, once a person has experienced self-actualization, he or she will no longer be motivated by needs.

Self-determination theory posits that needs are not ________ and people do not differ in the strength of particular needs.

McClelland's affiliation need is essentially equivalent to Maslow's belongingness need.

High performance could occur despite fairly low motivation.

When people do not have their basic psychological needs satisfied, their motivation will be ________.

According to Maslow, self-actualization is the most potent motivator.

According to self-determination theory, the extent to which a person's motivation is autonomous or controlled depends on

General cognitive ability is only related to performance on complex tasks.

In cultures where ________ is large, it would be expected that goals be assigned by superiors.

If you have just started a new job and must perform a complex task, then your boss should set a specific high ________ goal.

Natasha wants a promotion to a more interesting and challenging job but doesn't get it.According to Alderfer's ERG theory and its frustration-regression hypothesis, she may now seek more social support from her boss.

Organizational Behaviour and Management

Personality and Learning

Perception, Attribution, and Diversity

Values, Attitudes, and Work Behaviour

Motivation in Practice

Groups and Teamwork

Social Influence, Socialization, and Organizational Culture

Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Power, Politics, and Ethics

Conflict and Stress

Organizational Structure

Organizational Change, Development, and Innovation

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