Question 1

Which of the following is a basic category of need identified by Clayton Alderfer in his ERG theory?

Accepted Answer

A)  esteem, relatedness, and goal 
B)  existence, relatedness, and growth 
C)  existence, recognition, and growth 
D)  esteem, recognition, and goal 
E)  existence, relatedness, and goal 
A)  esteem, relatedness, and goal 
B)  existence, relatedness, and growth 
C)  existence, recognition, and growth 
D)  esteem, recognition, and goal 
E)  existence, relatedness, and goal

Question 2

Which of the following theories is a content theory of motivation?

Accepted Answer

A)  needs-goal theory 
B)  equity theory 
C)  Argyris's maturity-immaturity continuum 
D)  Vroom expectancy theory 
E)  Porter-Lawler theory 
A)  needs-goal theory 
B)  equity theory 
C)  Argyris's maturity-immaturity continuum 
D)  Vroom expectancy theory 
E)  Porter-Lawler theory

Question 3

Joe is disappointed when his teammate Tim gets promoted because he feels that he has worked harder and is more deserving of the promotion. Which of the following will most likely help Joe to overcome this sense of inequity?

Accepted Answer

A)  He should encourage Tim to reduce his level of effort. 
B)  He should avoid distorting the status of his job. 
C)  He should reduce his level of effort. 
D)  He should avoid rationalizing the reason behind Tim's promotion. 
E)  He should increase his level of effort. 
A)  He should encourage Tim to reduce his level of effort. 
B)  He should avoid distorting the status of his job. 
C)  He should reduce his level of effort. 
D)  He should avoid rationalizing the reason behind Tim's promotion. 
E)  He should increase his level of effort.

Question 4

In Likert's Management System, which management style can be categorized by a lack of confidence or trust in subordinates, with the bulk of all decision making being done at the top of the organization?

Accepted Answer

A)  System 1 
B)  System 2 
C)  System 3 
D)  System 4 
E)  System 5 
A)  System 1 
B)  System 2 
C)  System 3 
D)  System 4 
E)  System 5

Question 5

Job ________ could be equated to Vertical loading of a job while Job ________ could be equated to Horizontal loading of a job.

Accepted Answer

A)  enlargement; rotation 
B)  enlargement; specialization 
C)  enrichment; rotation 
D)  enlargement; enrichment 
E)  enrichment; enlargement 
A)  enlargement; rotation 
B)  enlargement; specialization 
C)  enrichment; rotation 
D)  enlargement; enrichment 
E)  enrichment; enlargement

Question 6

Which of the following theories was developed to counter the criticisms of and expand on Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

Accepted Answer

A)  Argyris's maturity-immaturity continuum 
B)  Porter-Lawler theory of motivation 
C)  Vroom expectancy theory 
D)  Alderfer's ERG theory 
E)  McClelland's acquired needs theory 
A)  Argyris's maturity-immaturity continuum 
B)  Porter-Lawler theory of motivation 
C)  Vroom expectancy theory 
D)  Alderfer's ERG theory 
E)  McClelland's acquired needs theory

Question 7

According to equity theory, the only way people react when treated unfairly at work is seeking employment elsewhere.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

According to McClelland's acquired needs theory, a manager who has a cooperative, team-centered management style, who prefers to influence subordinates to complete tasks through team efforts, has a high need for ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  risk 
B)  power 
C)  affiliation 
D)  safety 
E)  security 
A)  risk 
B)  power 
C)  affiliation 
D)  safety 
E)  security

Question 9

Incorporating motivators into a job situation is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  job rotation 
B)  job enlargement 
C)  job enrichment 
D)  total quality management 
E)  project management 
A)  job rotation 
B)  job enlargement 
C)  job enrichment 
D)  total quality management 
E)  project management

Question 10

A manager in an IT company believes that his team members are inherently lazy, dislike work, and will avoid work if they can. He relies heavily on threat and coercion to gain their compliance. Which of the following theories of human motivation is evident here?

Accepted Answer

A)  theory Z 
B)  theory XY 
C)  theory X 
D)  theory Y 
E)  equity theory 
A)  theory Z 
B)  theory XY 
C)  theory X 
D)  theory Y 
E)  equity theory

Question 11

Henry Robert's phenomenal contribution to the project was recognized by his boss. Appreciating Robert's contribution, his boss promoted him to the position of team leader for their upcoming project and vested upon him the responsibility of heading a team of 15 members. In accordance with Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which of the following needs of Robert's has been satisfied?

Accepted Answer

A)  social need 
B)  physiological need 
C)  esteem need 
D)  psychological need 
E)  security need 
A)  social need 
B)  physiological need 
C)  esteem need 
D)  psychological need 
E)  security need

Question 12

Which of the following is a process theory of motivation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Porter-Lawler theory 
B)  Alderfer's ERG theory 
C)  Maslow's hierarchy of needs 
D)  McClelland's acquired needs theory 
E)  Argyris's maturity-immaturity continuum 
A)  Porter-Lawler theory 
B)  Alderfer's ERG theory 
C)  Maslow's hierarchy of needs 
D)  McClelland's acquired needs theory 
E)  Argyris's maturity-immaturity continuum

Question 13

Define motivation and the two basic types of motivation theories.

Accepted Answer

Motivation is the inner state that cause

Question 14

What role does behavior modification play in motivation of employees?

Accepted Answer

Managers do have various strategies at t

Question 15

According to Herzberg, the factors influencing the degree of job satisfaction are called ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  theory Y factors 
B)  maintenance factors 
C)  motivating factors 
D)  theory X factors 
E)  factors related to the work environment 
A)  theory Y factors 
B)  maintenance factors 
C)  motivating factors 
D)  theory X factors 
E)  factors related to the work environment

Question 16

The difference between needs-goal theory and Vroom's expectancy theory is that Vroom's theory ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  addresses the issue of motivation strength 
B)  considers issues of equity 
C)  separates motivators into intrinsic and extrinsic rewards 
D)  establishes a hierarchy of needs 
E)  deals with how needs are "acquired" 
A)  addresses the issue of motivation strength 
B)  considers issues of equity 
C)  separates motivators into intrinsic and extrinsic rewards 
D)  establishes a hierarchy of needs 
E)  deals with how needs are "acquired"

Question 17

What is flextime? What are the advantages and disadvantages of using flextime?

Accepted Answer

Flextime is a program that allows employ

Question 18

What is the difference between Herzberg's Motivator and Hygiene factors as they relate to an employee's job satisfaction?

Accepted Answer

Herzberg's research showed that the degr

Question 19

Use of punishment, although effective, may have undesirable side effects, if it is emphasized over the long term.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following statements is true about system 2 of Likert's management systems?

Accepted Answer

A)  This style is characterized by substantial, though not complete, confidence in subordinates. 
B)  This style of management is characterized by a condescending master-to-servant-style confidence and trust in subordinates. 
C)  This style of management is characterized by complete trust and confidence in subordinates. 
D)  Subordinates are motivated by fear, threats, punishments, and occasional rewards. 
E)  Subordinates feel fairly free to discuss their jobs with superiors and are motivated by rewards, occasional punishments, and some involvement. 
A)  This style is characterized by substantial, though not complete, confidence in subordinates. 
B)  This style of management is characterized by a condescending master-to-servant-style confidence and trust in subordinates. 
C)  This style of management is characterized by complete trust and confidence in subordinates. 
D)  Subordinates are motivated by fear, threats, punishments, and occasional rewards. 
E)  Subordinates feel fairly free to discuss their jobs with superiors and are motivated by rewards, occasional punishments, and some involvement.

Which of the following is a basic category of need identified by Clayton Alderfer in his ERG theory?

Which of the following theories is a content theory of motivation?

Joe is disappointed when his teammate Tim gets promoted because he feels that he has worked harder and is more deserving of the promotion. Which of the following will most likely help Joe to overcome this sense of inequity?

In Likert's Management System, which management style can be categorized by a lack of confidence or trust in subordinates, with the bulk of all decision making being done at the top of the organization?

Job could be equated to Vertical loading of a job while Job could be equated to Horizontal loading of a job.

Which of the following theories was developed to counter the criticisms of and expand on Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

According to equity theory, the only way people react when treated unfairly at work is seeking employment elsewhere.

According to McClelland's acquired needs theory, a manager who has a cooperative, team-centered management style, who prefers to influence subordinates to complete tasks through team efforts, has a high need for ________.

Incorporating motivators into a job situation is ________.

A manager in an IT company believes that his team members are inherently lazy, dislike work, and will avoid work if they can. He relies heavily on threat and coercion to gain their compliance. Which of the following theories of human motivation is evident here?

Which of the following is a process theory of motivation?

Define motivation and the two basic types of motivation theories.

What role does behavior modification play in motivation of employees?

According to Herzberg, the factors influencing the degree of job satisfaction are called ________.

The difference between needs-goal theory and Vroom's expectancy theory is that Vroom's theory ________.

What is flextime? What are the advantages and disadvantages of using flextime?

What is the difference between Herzberg's Motivator and Hygiene factors as they relate to an employee's job satisfaction?

Use of punishment, although effective, may have undesirable side effects, if it is emphasized over the long term.

Which of the following statements is true about system 2 of Likert's management systems?

Principles of Modern Management: Concepts and Skills

Managers, Society, and Sustainability

Management and Diversity

Managing in the Global Arena

Plans and Planning Tools

Making Decisions

Strategic Planning: Strategies, Tactics, and Competitive Dynamics

Fundamentals of Organizing

Responsibility, Authority, and Delegation

Human Resource Management

Organizational Change: Stress, Conflict and Virtuality

Influencing and Communication

Leadership

Groups and Teams

Managing Organization Culture

Controlling, Information, and Technology

Production and Control

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Exam 14: Motivation

Which of the following is a basic category of need identified by Clayton Alderfer in his ERG theory?

Which of the following theories is a content theory of motivation?

Joe is disappointed when his teammate Tim gets promoted because he feels that he has worked harder and is more deserving of the promotion. Which of the following will most likely help Joe to overcome this sense of inequity?

In Likert's Management System, which management style can be categorized by a lack of confidence or trust in subordinates, with the bulk of all decision making being done at the top of the organization?

Job ________ could be equated to Vertical loading of a job while Job ________ could be equated to Horizontal loading of a job.

Which of the following theories was developed to counter the criticisms of and expand on Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

According to equity theory, the only way people react when treated unfairly at work is seeking employment elsewhere.

According to McClelland's acquired needs theory, a manager who has a cooperative, team-centered management style, who prefers to influence subordinates to complete tasks through team efforts, has a high need for ________.

Incorporating motivators into a job situation is ________.

A manager in an IT company believes that his team members are inherently lazy, dislike work, and will avoid work if they can. He relies heavily on threat and coercion to gain their compliance. Which of the following theories of human motivation is evident here?

Which of the following is a process theory of motivation?

Define motivation and the two basic types of motivation theories.

What role does behavior modification play in motivation of employees?

According to Herzberg, the factors influencing the degree of job satisfaction are called ________.

The difference between needs-goal theory and Vroom's expectancy theory is that Vroom's theory ________.

What is flextime? What are the advantages and disadvantages of using flextime?

What is the difference between Herzberg's Motivator and Hygiene factors as they relate to an employee's job satisfaction?

Use of punishment, although effective, may have undesirable side effects, if it is emphasized over the long term.

Which of the following statements is true about system 2 of Likert's management systems?

Principles of Modern Management: Concepts and Skills

Managers, Society, and Sustainability

Management and Diversity

Managing in the Global Arena

Plans and Planning Tools

Making Decisions

Strategic Planning: Strategies, Tactics, and Competitive Dynamics

Fundamentals of Organizing

Responsibility, Authority, and Delegation

Human Resource Management

Organizational Change: Stress, Conflict and Virtuality

Influencing and Communication

Leadership

Groups and Teams

Managing Organization Culture

Controlling, Information, and Technology

Production and Control

Appendix 1: Managing History and Current Thinking

Management and Entrepreneurship: Handling Start-Ups and New Ventures

Encouraging Creativity and Innovation

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Job could be equated to Vertical loading of a job while Job could be equated to Horizontal loading of a job.