Question 1

A basic assumption of Maslow's theory is that:

Accepted Answer

A)  lower-level needs must be satisfied before higher-level needs become motivators. 
B)  higher-level needs must be satisfied before lower-level needs become motivators. 
C)  there are more ways to satisfy lower-level needs than there are ways to satisfy higher-level needs. 
D)  a need that has been satisfied can continue to serve as a motivator. 
A)  lower-level needs must be satisfied before higher-level needs become motivators. 
B)  higher-level needs must be satisfied before lower-level needs become motivators. 
C)  there are more ways to satisfy lower-level needs than there are ways to satisfy higher-level needs. 
D)  a need that has been satisfied can continue to serve as a motivator.

Question 2

Recent research reports that European Union (EU)workers see a strong relationship between how well they do their jobs and the ability to get what they want out of life.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The needs for power and status are included in:

Accepted Answer

A)  esteem needs. 
B)  social needs. 
C)  physiological needs. 
D)  safety needs. 
A)  esteem needs. 
B)  social needs. 
C)  physiological needs. 
D)  safety needs.

Question 4

According to a study on work motivation conducted in Zambia,which of the following is a factor that adds to work motivation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Effort recognition 
B)  Appropriate rewards 
C)  Work nature 
D)  Supplemental training 
A)  Effort recognition 
B)  Appropriate rewards 
C)  Work nature 
D)  Supplemental training

Question 5

The expectancy theory focuses on how motivation is affected by people's perception of how fairly they are being treated.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

What are the differences between job-context factors and job-content factors?

Accepted Answer

In work motivation,those factors control

Question 7

Abraham Maslow postulated that everyone has six basic needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

In the two-factor motivation theory,job-context variables such as salary,interpersonal relations,technical supervision,work conditions,and company policies and administration are referred to as hygiene factors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The two-factor theory of motivation holds that two sets of factors influence job satisfaction.These are _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  inducement and subsistence 
B)  advancement and responsibility 
C)  hygiene factors and motivators 
D)  recognition and rewards 
A)  inducement and subsistence 
B)  advancement and responsibility 
C)  hygiene factors and motivators 
D)  recognition and rewards

Question 10

Firms in countries where individualism is low often feel that merit-based reward systems are too disruptive of their corporate culture and traditional values.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Research generally shows that people throughout the world have needs that are similar to those described in Maslow's need hierarchy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following theoriesstates that the belief held by people that they are not being treated fairly has a negative effect on their job performance?

Accepted Answer

A)  Goal-setting theory 
B)  Equity theory 
C)  Motivation theory 
D)  Expectancy theory 
A)  Goal-setting theory 
B)  Equity theory 
C)  Motivation theory 
D)  Expectancy theory

Question 13

One of the characteristics of high achievers identified by researchers is their tendency to be team players.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

What are the basic assumptions on which the hierarchy-of-needs theory rests?

Accepted Answer

The hierarchy-of-needs theory is based p

Question 15

A shortcoming of the equity theory is that it appears to be culture-bound.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

_____ theory holds that individuals can have a need to get ahead,to attain success,and to reach objectives.

Accepted Answer

A)  Achievement motivation 
B)  Two-factor 
C)  Hierarchy of needs 
D)  Quality of life 
A)  Achievement motivation 
B)  Two-factor 
C)  Hierarchy of needs 
D)  Quality of life

Question 17

In work motivation,factors controlled by the organization,such as conditions,hours,earnings,security,benefits,and promotions are referred to as _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  job-context factors 
B)  job-content factors 
C)  job-process factors 
D)  job-inducement factors 
A)  job-context factors 
B)  job-content factors 
C)  job-process factors 
D)  job-inducement factors

Question 18

_____ is a psychological process through which unsatisfied wants or needs lead to drives that are aimed at goals or incentives.

Accepted Answer

A)  Ability 
B)  Inducement 
C)  Assurance 
D)  Motivation 
A)  Ability 
B)  Inducement 
C)  Assurance 
D)  Motivation

Question 19

Which of the following is a true statement of the to the quality of work life (QWL)in Japan?

Accepted Answer

A)  In Japan, there is strong uncertainty avoidance. 
B)  The feminity index for Japan is high. 
C)  Japanese workers are always given a say in what goes on in the organization. 
D)  The Japanese do not rate money as an important motivator 
A)  In Japan, there is strong uncertainty avoidance. 
B)  The feminity index for Japan is high. 
C)  Japanese workers are always given a say in what goes on in the organization. 
D)  The Japanese do not rate money as an important motivator

Question 20

In the two-factor theory of motivation,the factors known as motivators relate mainly to Maslow's lower-level needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

A basic assumption of Maslow's theory is that:

Recent research reports that European Union (EU)workers see a strong relationship between how well they do their jobs and the ability to get what they want out of life.

The needs for power and status are included in:

According to a study on work motivation conducted in Zambia,which of the following is a factor that adds to work motivation?

The expectancy theory focuses on how motivation is affected by people's perception of how fairly they are being treated.

What are the differences between job-context factors and job-content factors?

Abraham Maslow postulated that everyone has six basic needs.

In the two-factor motivation theory,job-context variables such as salary,interpersonal relations,technical supervision,work conditions,and company policies and administration are referred to as hygiene factors.

The two-factor theory of motivation holds that two sets of factors influence job satisfaction.These are _____.

Firms in countries where individualism is low often feel that merit-based reward systems are too disruptive of their corporate culture and traditional values.

Research generally shows that people throughout the world have needs that are similar to those described in Maslow's need hierarchy.

Which of the following theoriesstates that the belief held by people that they are not being treated fairly has a negative effect on their job performance?

One of the characteristics of high achievers identified by researchers is their tendency to be team players.

What are the basic assumptions on which the hierarchy-of-needs theory rests?

A shortcoming of the equity theory is that it appears to be culture-bound.

_____ theory holds that individuals can have a need to get ahead,to attain success,and to reach objectives.

In work motivation,factors controlled by the organization,such as conditions,hours,earnings,security,benefits,and promotions are referred to as _____.

_____ is a psychological process through which unsatisfied wants or needs lead to drives that are aimed at goals or incentives.

Which of the following is a true statement of the to the quality of work life (QWL)in Japan?

In the two-factor theory of motivation,the factors known as motivators relate mainly to Maslow's lower-level needs.

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Exam 12: Motivation Across Cultures

A basic assumption of Maslow's theory is that:

Recent research reports that European Union (EU)workers see a strong relationship between how well they do their jobs and the ability to get what they want out of life.

The needs for power and status are included in:

According to a study on work motivation conducted in Zambia,which of the following is a factor that adds to work motivation?

The expectancy theory focuses on how motivation is affected by people's perception of how fairly they are being treated.

What are the differences between job-context factors and job-content factors?

Abraham Maslow postulated that everyone has six basic needs.

In the two-factor motivation theory,job-context variables such as salary,interpersonal relations,technical supervision,work conditions,and company policies and administration are referred to as hygiene factors.

The two-factor theory of motivation holds that two sets of factors influence job satisfaction.These are _____.

Firms in countries where individualism is low often feel that merit-based reward systems are too disruptive of their corporate culture and traditional values.

Research generally shows that people throughout the world have needs that are similar to those described in Maslow's need hierarchy.

Which of the following theoriesstates that the belief held by people that they are not being treated fairly has a negative effect on their job performance?

One of the characteristics of high achievers identified by researchers is their tendency to be team players.

What are the basic assumptions on which the hierarchy-of-needs theory rests?

A shortcoming of the equity theory is that it appears to be culture-bound.

_____ theory holds that individuals can have a need to get ahead,to attain success,and to reach objectives.

In work motivation,factors controlled by the organization,such as conditions,hours,earnings,security,benefits,and promotions are referred to as _____.

_____ is a psychological process through which unsatisfied wants or needs lead to drives that are aimed at goals or incentives.

Which of the following is a true statement of the to the quality of work life (QWL)in Japan?

In the two-factor theory of motivation,the factors known as motivators relate mainly to Maslow's lower-level needs.

Globalization and International Linkages

The Political, Legal, and Technological Environment

Ethics, Social Responsibility, and Sustainability

The Meanings and Dimensions of Culture

Managing Across Cultures

Organizational Cultures and Diversity

Cross-Cultural Communication and Negotiation

Strategy Formulation and Implementation

Entry Strategies and Organizational Structures

Managing Political Risk, Government Relations, and Alliances

Management Decision and Control

Leadership Across Cultures

Human Resource Selection and Development Across Cultures

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