Question 1

________combines a series of tasks into one new, broader job.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________combines a series of tasks into one...

Question 2

Valence is the perceived value of a reward or outcome.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

An________ refers to a reward given by another person.

Accepted Answer

A)  intrinsic reward 
B)  internal reward 
C)  extrinsic reward 
D)  valued reward 
E)  charity 
A)  intrinsic reward 
B)  internal reward 
C)  extrinsic reward 
D)  valued reward 
E)  charity

Question 4

Physiological needs are the most basic human physical needs, which are reflected in the workplace as needs for adequate heat, air, and base salary to ensure survival.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is the administration of a pleasant and rewarding consequence following a desired behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  Avoidance learning 
B)  Punishment 
C)  Positive reinforcement 
D)  Extinction 
E)  Suspension 
A)  Avoidance learning 
B)  Punishment 
C)  Positive reinforcement 
D)  Extinction 
E)  Suspension

Question 6

The idea that failure to meet a high-order need may cause a regression to an already satisfied lower-order need is referred to as an _____.

Accepted Answer

frustratio

Question 7

________is the degree to which the worker has freedom, discretion, and self-determination in planning and carrying out tasks.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________is the degree to which the worker...

Question 8

According to Maslow, the highest order needs are:

Accepted Answer

A)  self-actualization needs. 
B)  physiological needs. 
C)  esteem needs. 
D)  belongingness needs. 
E)  safety needs. 
A)  self-actualization needs. 
B)  physiological needs. 
C)  esteem needs. 
D)  belongingness needs. 
E)  safety needs.

Question 9

List the five core job dimensions found in the job characteristics model.

Accepted Answer

The five dimensions are 1) ski

Question 10

Denise has a desire to influence others, be responsible for them, and have authority over them. It can be described as her:

Accepted Answer

A)  need for power. 
B)  need for achievement. 
C)  need for affiliation. 
D)  need for relatedness. 
E)  none of these. 
A)  need for power. 
B)  need for achievement. 
C)  need for affiliation. 
D)  need for relatedness. 
E)  none of these.

Question 11

Katie dislikes almost everything about her job. The only reason she continues to work at Mace Autobody is the excellent benefits package she receives. Katie is motivated by:

Accepted Answer

A)  extrinsic rewards. 
B)  intrinsic rewards. 
C)  variable rewards. 
D)  all of these. 
E)  none of these. 
A)  extrinsic rewards. 
B)  intrinsic rewards. 
C)  variable rewards. 
D)  all of these. 
E)  none of these.

Question 12

________theory deals with employee's perception of fairness.

Accepted Answer

A)  Expectancy 
B)  Reinforcement 
C)  Need hierarchy 
D)  Equity 
E)  ERG 
A)  Expectancy 
B)  Reinforcement 
C)  Need hierarchy 
D)  Equity 
E)  ERG

Question 13

Which of the following theories emphasize the needs that motivate people?

Accepted Answer

A)  Process 
B)  Reinforcement 
C)  Content 
D)  Contingency 
E)  Situational 
A)  Process 
B)  Reinforcement 
C)  Content 
D)  Contingency 
E)  Situational

Question 14

Organizations that empower employees often reward them based on the results shown in the company's bottom line.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The administration of a pleasant and rewarding consequence following a desired behavior is positive reinforcement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Goal specificity, in goal-setting theory, refers to the difficulty level of goals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A high need for________ is associated with successful attainment of top levels in the organizational hierarchy, according to McClelland.

Accepted Answer

A)  power 
B)  achievement 
C)  affiliation 
D)  success 
E)  expertise 
A)  power 
B)  achievement 
C)  affiliation 
D)  success 
E)  expertise

Question 18

The job characteristic of autonomy influences the worker's experiencing meaningfulness of work.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A content theory that proposes that people are motivated by five categories of needs-physiological, safety, belongingness, esteem, and self-actualization-that exist in a hierarchical order is called the ________theory.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A content theory that proposes that people...

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a common method for reducing a perceived inequity?

Accepted Answer

A)  Change inputs 
B)  Change outcomes 
C)  Distorts perception 
D)  Leave the job 
E)  Change equity 
A)  Change inputs 
B)  Change outcomes 
C)  Distorts perception 
D)  Leave the job 
E)  Change equity

________combines a series of tasks into one new, broader job.

Valence is the perceived value of a reward or outcome.

An________ refers to a reward given by another person.

Physiological needs are the most basic human physical needs, which are reflected in the workplace as needs for adequate heat, air, and base salary to ensure survival.

Which of the following is the administration of a pleasant and rewarding consequence following a desired behavior?

The idea that failure to meet a high-order need may cause a regression to an already satisfied lower-order need is referred to as an _____.

________is the degree to which the worker has freedom, discretion, and self-determination in planning and carrying out tasks.

According to Maslow, the highest order needs are:

List the five core job dimensions found in the job characteristics model.

Denise has a desire to influence others, be responsible for them, and have authority over them. It can be described as her:

Katie dislikes almost everything about her job. The only reason she continues to work at Mace Autobody is the excellent benefits package she receives. Katie is motivated by:

________theory deals with employee's perception of fairness.

Which of the following theories emphasize the needs that motivate people?

Organizations that empower employees often reward them based on the results shown in the company's bottom line.

The administration of a pleasant and rewarding consequence following a desired behavior is positive reinforcement.

Goal specificity, in goal-setting theory, refers to the difficulty level of goals.

A high need for________ is associated with successful attainment of top levels in the organizational hierarchy, according to McClelland.

The job characteristic of autonomy influences the worker's experiencing meaningfulness of work.

A content theory that proposes that people are motivated by five categories of needs-physiological, safety, belongingness, esteem, and self-actualization-that exist in a hierarchical order is called the ________theory.

Which of the following is NOT a common method for reducing a perceived inequity?

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Exam 12: Motivating Employees

________combines a series of tasks into one new, broader job.

Valence is the perceived value of a reward or outcome.

An________ refers to a reward given by another person.

Physiological needs are the most basic human physical needs, which are reflected in the workplace as needs for adequate heat, air, and base salary to ensure survival.

Which of the following is the administration of a pleasant and rewarding consequence following a desired behavior?

The idea that failure to meet a high-order need may cause a regression to an already satisfied lower-order need is referred to as an _____.

________is the degree to which the worker has freedom, discretion, and self-determination in planning and carrying out tasks.

According to Maslow, the highest order needs are:

List the five core job dimensions found in the job characteristics model.

Denise has a desire to influence others, be responsible for them, and have authority over them. It can be described as her:

Katie dislikes almost everything about her job. The only reason she continues to work at Mace Autobody is the excellent benefits package she receives. Katie is motivated by:

________theory deals with employee's perception of fairness.

Which of the following theories emphasize the needs that motivate people?

Organizations that empower employees often reward them based on the results shown in the company's bottom line.

The administration of a pleasant and rewarding consequence following a desired behavior is positive reinforcement.

Goal specificity, in goal-setting theory, refers to the difficulty level of goals.

A high need for________ is associated with successful attainment of top levels in the organizational hierarchy, according to McClelland.

The job characteristic of autonomy influences the worker's experiencing meaningfulness of work.

A content theory that proposes that people are motivated by five categories of needs-physiological, safety, belongingness, esteem, and self-actualization-that exist in a hierarchical order is called the ________theory.

Which of the following is NOT a common method for reducing a perceived inequity?

Innovative Management for a Changing World

The Environment and Corporate Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Ethics and Social Responsibility

Managerial Planning and Goal Setting

Managerial Decision Making

Designing Adaptive Organizations

Managing Change and Innovation

Managing Human Resources and Diversity

Understanding Individual Behavior

Leadership

Managing Communication

Leading Teams

Managing Quality and Performance

Managing Small Business Start-Ups

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