Question 1

Behavior that is performed in order to acquire either a material or a social reward is called intrinsically motivated behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

In Herzberg's theory,needs that are related to the nature of the work itself and whether or not it is challenging are known as hygiene needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Specific,difficult goals have been found to increase both motivation and performance in some types of work situations.However,they have also been found to decrease both motivation and performance in some other types of work situations.Discuss both of these possibilities,and explain the factors that are likely to produce each of these two results.

Accepted Answer

Regardless of whether specific,difficult

Question 4

Negative reinforcement can create an unpleasant work environment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Discuss the pros and cons of using punishment.If managers use punishment,how should they minimize the negative side effects?

Accepted Answer

Punishment is good at stopping an undesi

Question 6

A worker who is paid on the basis of the number of computer components produced per day is said to be paid on a(n)______________ basis.

Accepted Answer

A)  underpayment inequity 
B)  overpayment inequity 
C)  commission 
D)  equity 
E)  piece-rate 
A)  underpayment inequity 
B)  overpayment inequity 
C)  commission 
D)  equity 
E)  piece-rate

Question 7

The perception of workers on the fairness of their work outcomes relative to their work inputs is the focus of the _____________ theory.

Accepted Answer

A)  equity 
B)  valence 
C)  instrumentality 
D)  needs hierarchy 
E)  motivator-hygiene 
A)  equity 
B)  valence 
C)  instrumentality 
D)  needs hierarchy 
E)  motivator-hygiene

Question 8

Don is intrinsically motivated,so he is motivated by:

Accepted Answer

A)  praise. 
B)  job security. 
C)  benefits. 
D)  vacation time. 
E)  responsibility. 
A)  praise. 
B)  job security. 
C)  benefits. 
D)  vacation time. 
E)  responsibility.

Behavior that is performed in order to acquire either a material or a social reward is called intrinsically motivated behavior.

In Herzberg's theory,needs that are related to the nature of the work itself and whether or not it is challenging are known as hygiene needs.

Negative reinforcement can create an unpleasant work environment.

Discuss the pros and cons of using punishment.If managers use punishment,how should they minimize the negative side effects?

A worker who is paid on the basis of the number of computer components produced per day is said to be paid on a(n)______________ basis.

The perception of workers on the fairness of their work outcomes relative to their work inputs is the focus of the _____________ theory.

Don is intrinsically motivated,so he is motivated by:

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Exam 9: Motivation

Behavior that is performed in order to acquire either a material or a social reward is called intrinsically motivated behavior.

In Herzberg's theory,needs that are related to the nature of the work itself and whether or not it is challenging are known as hygiene needs.

Negative reinforcement can create an unpleasant work environment.

Discuss the pros and cons of using punishment.If managers use punishment,how should they minimize the negative side effects?

A worker who is paid on the basis of the number of computer components produced per day is said to be paid on a(n)______________ basis.

The perception of workers on the fairness of their work outcomes relative to their work inputs is the focus of the _____________ theory.

Don is intrinsically motivated,so he is motivated by:

The Management Process Today

Values, Attitudes, Emotions, and Culture: The Manager As a Person

Managing Ethics and Diversity

Managing in the Global Environment

Decision Making, Learning, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship

Planning, Strategy, and Competitive Advantage

Designing Organizational Structure

Control, Change, and Entrepreneurship

Leaders and Leadership

Effective Team Management

Building and Managing Human Resources

Communication and Information Technology Management

Operations Management: Managing Vital Operations and Processes

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