Question 1

What rewards motivate you? Do you think your subordinates will have the same motivation? Why or why not?

Accepted Answer

As a manager, I am motivated by rewards

Question 2

Nate perceives that no matter how much he studies he won't do as well as Carol on the test.What makes it worse is Carol doesn't even study.According to equity theory,Nate will

Accepted Answer

A)  study harder. 
B)  lower his goal. 
C)  tell Carol to study. 
D)  study with Carol. 
E)  None of these choices 
A)  study harder. 
B)  lower his goal. 
C)  tell Carol to study. 
D)  study with Carol. 
E)  None of these choices

Question 3

According to equity theory,equity in a given situation depends on

Accepted Answer

A)  the amount of pay received for doing a job. 
B)  the outcome/input ratios for an individual and some comparison other. 
C)  a subjective evaluation of the outcome/input ratios for an individual and some comparison other. 
D)  the amount of money an individual gets for doing a job relative to the amount a comparison other gets. 
E)  the number of bonuses received each year 
A)  the amount of pay received for doing a job. 
B)  the outcome/input ratios for an individual and some comparison other. 
C)  a subjective evaluation of the outcome/input ratios for an individual and some comparison other. 
D)  the amount of money an individual gets for doing a job relative to the amount a comparison other gets. 
E)  the number of bonuses received each year

Question 4

Which motivational theory suggests that people will rationalize away differences between rewards they and others receive?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hierarchy of needs 
B)  Equity 
C)  Expectancy 
D)  Reinforcement 
E)  Two-factor 
A)  Hierarchy of needs 
B)  Equity 
C)  Expectancy 
D)  Reinforcement 
E)  Two-factor

Question 5

Ana was sitting in church when she heard the words "comparison kills contentment." It changed her life.She no longer compares herself to anyone.She will no longer use

Accepted Answer

A)  the expectancy theory. 
B)  the hierarchy of needs. 
C)  Herzberg's theory. 
D)  the equity theory. 
E)  the human relations approach to motivation. 
A)  the expectancy theory. 
B)  the hierarchy of needs. 
C)  Herzberg's theory. 
D)  the equity theory. 
E)  the human relations approach to motivation.

Question 6

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Says that satisfaction and dissatisfaction do not result from the same stimulus

Accepted Answer

A) ERG theory 
B) Expectancy theory 
C) Reinforcement theory 
D) Goal-setting theory 
E) Maslow's needs hierarchy
F)Equity theory
G)Two-factor theory 
A) ERG theory 
B) Expectancy theory 
C) Reinforcement theory 
D) Goal-setting theory 
E) Maslow's needs hierarchy
F)Equity theory
G)Two-factor theory

Question 7

When actors are playing a part,they try to determine what causes a character to behave in a certain way.The actor is searching for the character's motivation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Compare and contrast the three historical perspectives on motivation: the traditional (classical)approach,the human relations approach,and the human resources approach.

Accepted Answer

The traditional (classical) approach to

Question 9

A supervisor is required to inspect plant facilities to determine that they are safe,clean,and functional.She often goes out on the floor two or three times a day;other days she does not go at all.What reinforcement schedule is she using?

Accepted Answer

A)  Continuous 
B)  Fixed-ratio 
C)  Fixed-interval 
D)  Variable-ratio 
E)  Variable-interval 
A)  Continuous 
B)  Fixed-ratio 
C)  Fixed-interval 
D)  Variable-ratio 
E)  Variable-interval

Question 10

GM and the UAW announced an agreement to increase pay of entry-level employees.This will affect the ____ needs of these employees.

Accepted Answer

A)  esteem 
B)  physiological 
C)  belongingness 
D)  security 
E)  self-actualization 
A)  esteem 
B)  physiological 
C)  belongingness 
D)  security 
E)  self-actualization

Question 11

The ____ theory says motivation is a function of how much we want something and how likely we think we are to get it.

Accepted Answer

A)  expectancy 
B)  equity 
C)  reinforcement 
D)  two-factor 
E)  ERG 
A)  expectancy 
B)  equity 
C)  reinforcement 
D)  two-factor 
E)  ERG

Question 12

The ____ theory of motivation is based on the idea that employees compare their inputs and outcomes to some other person's to determine if they are being fairly treated.

Accepted Answer

A)  expectancy 
B)  equity 
C)  reinforcement 
D)  hierarchy of needs 
E)  two-factor 
A)  expectancy 
B)  equity 
C)  reinforcement 
D)  hierarchy of needs 
E)  two-factor

Question 13

____________________ expectancy is the individual's perception of the probability that effort will lead to high performance.

Accepted Answer

Effort-to-

Question 14

Describe a change in one of your behaviors.Did any of the reinforcement contingencies affect your change?

Accepted Answer

One change in my behavior has been my de

Question 15

Which kind of reinforcement involves providing a desired outcome in the presence of desirable behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  Avoidance 
B)  Extinction 
C)  Positive 
D)  Reward 
E)  Punishment 
A)  Avoidance 
B)  Extinction 
C)  Positive 
D)  Reward 
E)  Punishment

Question 16

Content perspectives focus on why people choose certain behavioral options to fulfill their needs and how they evaluate their satisfaction after they have attained these goals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Goal-setting theory can be used to implement both expectancy and equity theory concepts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The Porter-Lawler extension of ____________________ theory suggest that if performance results in equitable rewards,people will be more satisfied.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Porter-Lawler extension of ____________________ theory suggest...

Question 19

Which of the following factors would NOT satisfy Maslow's physiological needs?

Accepted Answer

A)  Restrooms 
B)  Food 
C)  Sex 
D)  Pay 
E)  Clothing 
A)  Restrooms 
B)  Food 
C)  Sex 
D)  Pay 
E)  Clothing

Question 20

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Deals with valence and subjective estimates of the likelihood of events

Accepted Answer

A) ERG theory 
B) Expectancy theory 
C) Reinforcement theory 
D) Goal-setting theory 
E) Maslow's needs hierarchy
F)Equity theory
G)Two-factor theory 
A) ERG theory 
B) Expectancy theory 
C) Reinforcement theory 
D) Goal-setting theory 
E) Maslow's needs hierarchy
F)Equity theory
G)Two-factor theory

What rewards motivate you? Do you think your subordinates will have the same motivation? Why or why not?

Nate perceives that no matter how much he studies he won't do as well as Carol on the test.What makes it worse is Carol doesn't even study.According to equity theory,Nate will

According to equity theory,equity in a given situation depends on

Which motivational theory suggests that people will rationalize away differences between rewards they and others receive?

Ana was sitting in church when she heard the words "comparison kills contentment." It changed her life.She no longer compares herself to anyone.She will no longer use

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Says that satisfaction and dissatisfaction do not result from the same stimulus

When actors are playing a part,they try to determine what causes a character to behave in a certain way.The actor is searching for the character's motivation.

Compare and contrast the three historical perspectives on motivation: the traditional (classical)approach,the human relations approach,and the human resources approach.

A supervisor is required to inspect plant facilities to determine that they are safe,clean,and functional.She often goes out on the floor two or three times a day;other days she does not go at all.What reinforcement schedule is she using?

GM and the UAW announced an agreement to increase pay of entry-level employees.This will affect the ____ needs of these employees.

The ____ theory says motivation is a function of how much we want something and how likely we think we are to get it.

The ____ theory of motivation is based on the idea that employees compare their inputs and outcomes to some other person's to determine if they are being fairly treated.

____________________ expectancy is the individual's perception of the probability that effort will lead to high performance.

Describe a change in one of your behaviors.Did any of the reinforcement contingencies affect your change?

Which kind of reinforcement involves providing a desired outcome in the presence of desirable behavior?

Content perspectives focus on why people choose certain behavioral options to fulfill their needs and how they evaluate their satisfaction after they have attained these goals.

Goal-setting theory can be used to implement both expectancy and equity theory concepts.

The Porter-Lawler extension of ____________________ theory suggest that if performance results in equitable rewards,people will be more satisfied.

Which of the following factors would NOT satisfy Maslow's physiological needs?

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Deals with valence and subjective estimates of the likelihood of events

Managing and the Managers Job

Traditional and Contemporary Opportunities and Challenges

Understanding the Organizations Environment

Responding to the Ethical and Social Environment

Navigating the Global Environment

Basic Elements of Planning and Decision Making

Managing Strategy and Strategic Planning

Managing Decision Making and Problem Solving

Managing Start-Ups and New Ventures

Basic Elements of Organizing

Managing Organization Design

Managing Change and Innovation

Managing Human Resources

Basic Elements of Individual and Interpersonal Behavior

Managing Leadership and Influence Processes

Managing Interpersonal Relations and Communication

Managing Work Groups and Teams

Basic Elements of Control

Managing Operations, quality, and Productivity

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Exam 15: Managing Employee Motivation and Performance

What rewards motivate you? Do you think your subordinates will have the same motivation? Why or why not?

Nate perceives that no matter how much he studies he won't do as well as Carol on the test.What makes it worse is Carol doesn't even study.According to equity theory,Nate will

According to equity theory,equity in a given situation depends on

Which motivational theory suggests that people will rationalize away differences between rewards they and others receive?

Ana was sitting in church when she heard the words "comparison kills contentment." It changed her life.She no longer compares herself to anyone.She will no longer use

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Says that satisfaction and dissatisfaction do not result from the same stimulus

When actors are playing a part,they try to determine what causes a character to behave in a certain way.The actor is searching for the character's motivation.

Compare and contrast the three historical perspectives on motivation: the traditional (classical)approach,the human relations approach,and the human resources approach.

A supervisor is required to inspect plant facilities to determine that they are safe,clean,and functional.She often goes out on the floor two or three times a day;other days she does not go at all.What reinforcement schedule is she using?

GM and the UAW announced an agreement to increase pay of entry-level employees.This will affect the ____ needs of these employees.

The ____ theory says motivation is a function of how much we want something and how likely we think we are to get it.

The ____ theory of motivation is based on the idea that employees compare their inputs and outcomes to some other person's to determine if they are being fairly treated.

____________________ expectancy is the individual's perception of the probability that effort will lead to high performance.

Describe a change in one of your behaviors.Did any of the reinforcement contingencies affect your change?

Which kind of reinforcement involves providing a desired outcome in the presence of desirable behavior?

Content perspectives focus on why people choose certain behavioral options to fulfill their needs and how they evaluate their satisfaction after they have attained these goals.

Goal-setting theory can be used to implement both expectancy and equity theory concepts.

The Porter-Lawler extension of ____________________ theory suggest that if performance results in equitable rewards,people will be more satisfied.

Which of the following factors would NOT satisfy Maslow's physiological needs?

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Deals with valence and subjective estimates of the likelihood of events

Managing and the Managers Job

Traditional and Contemporary Opportunities and Challenges

Understanding the Organizations Environment

Responding to the Ethical and Social Environment

Navigating the Global Environment

Basic Elements of Planning and Decision Making

Managing Strategy and Strategic Planning

Managing Decision Making and Problem Solving

Managing Start-Ups and New Ventures

Basic Elements of Organizing

Managing Organization Design

Managing Change and Innovation

Managing Human Resources

Basic Elements of Individual and Interpersonal Behavior

Managing Leadership and Influence Processes

Managing Interpersonal Relations and Communication

Managing Work Groups and Teams

Basic Elements of Control

Managing Operations, quality, and Productivity

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