Question 1

To maximize motivation among today's workforce, managers need to think in terms of ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  job autonomy 
B)  flexibility 
C)  job security 
D)  compensation 
A)  job autonomy 
B)  flexibility 
C)  job security 
D)  compensation

Question 2

Research clearly indicates that the Theory Y manager is more effective in motivating employees than the Theory X manager.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The use of employee recognition programs as motivational tools is consistent with the ________ theory.

Accepted Answer

A)  hierarchy of needs 
B)  reinforcement 
C)  three-factor 
D)  expectancy 
A)  hierarchy of needs 
B)  reinforcement 
C)  three-factor 
D)  expectancy

Question 4

________ theory says that behavior is a function of its consequences.

Accepted Answer

A)  Reinforcement 
B)  Expectancy 
C)  Equity 
D)  Two-factor 
A)  Reinforcement 
B)  Expectancy 
C)  Equity 
D)  Two-factor

To maximize motivation among today's workforce, managers need to think in terms of ________.

Research clearly indicates that the Theory Y manager is more effective in motivating employees than the Theory X manager.

The use of employee recognition programs as motivational tools is consistent with the ________ theory.

________ theory says that behavior is a function of its consequences.

Managers and You in the Workplace

Decision Making

Globalmanagement

Valuing a Diverse Workforce

Socially Conscious Management

Managing Change

Constraints Onmanagers

Planning and Goal-Setting

Strategic Planning

Fostering Entrepreneurship

Organization Design

Organizing Around Teams

Human Resourcemanagement

Interpersonal and Organizational Communication

Organizational Behavior

Leadership

Controlling Activities and Operations

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Exam 17: Motivating Employees

To maximize motivation among today's workforce, managers need to think in terms of ________.

Research clearly indicates that the Theory Y manager is more effective in motivating employees than the Theory X manager.

The use of employee recognition programs as motivational tools is consistent with the ________ theory.

________ theory says that behavior is a function of its consequences.

Managers and You in the Workplace

Decision Making

Globalmanagement

Valuing a Diverse Workforce

Socially Conscious Management

Managing Change

Constraints Onmanagers

Planning and Goal-Setting

Strategic Planning

Fostering Entrepreneurship

Organization Design

Organizing Around Teams

Human Resourcemanagement

Interpersonal and Organizational Communication

Organizational Behavior

Leadership

Controlling Activities and Operations

Filters