Exam 9: Motivation

Which of these social cognitive motivational theories is based on the existence of a negative feedback loop that results from comparing performance feedback with a goal?

Draw a diagram that depicts Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Provide a definition for each level of need.

A topic included in organizational psychology is:

The process of increasing the motivating potential of jobs by strengthening the key motivating characteristics identified by job characteristics theory is referred to as:

In their self-determination theory, Ryan and Deci (2000) suggested that to foster high levels of well-being and motivation, people's needs for _____, relatedness, and autonomy need to be met.

What has research demonstrated about equity theory in terms of its actual effect on motivation?

In organizational behavior management (OBM), the name of the ABC model of applied behavior analysis stands for:

Alicia does not believe it is fair that she must work in her job for two years before she will be considered for promotion. Alicia's feelings of unfairness in this situation fall under the category of:

Carlos believes that there is a strong relationship between studying for many hours and receiving an A on his next exam. According to expectancy theory, Carlo's belief reflects:

In organizational behavior management, what does the "ABC" in the ABC model stand for?

_____ is a force that drives people to behave in a way that energizes, directs, and sustains their work behavior.

You are an HR manager who needs to explain the management by objectives process to your company. What will you say? What can you tell the company about what research has to say about this process?

Mariela believes that if she gets a favorable performance review, she will be more likely to get higher pay. According to expectancy theory, Mariela's belief reflects:

In their self-determination theory, Ryan and Deci (2000) suggested that to foster high levels of well-being and motivation, people's needs for competence, relatedness, and _____ need to be met.

Which of these is a way in which goal-setting changes behavior?

According to equity theory, people compare their ratio of inputs and outcomes to:

What are the three components of Vroom's expectancy theory? Describe how motivation is determined based on this theory.

Erika is very bothered when she feels that she has been underrewarded for her work. According to recent research on equity sensitivity, Erika is MOST likely a(n):

Maslow's physiological and safety needs correspond to Alderfer's _____ needs.

According to Hackman and Oldham (1980), which of these represents the extent to which individuals value fulfilling their higher-order needs?