Question 1

Name and define each of the four reinforcement methods identified by reinforcement theory and provide an example of each.

Accepted Answer

Positive reinforcement is a method of in

Question 2

You just got a promotion,one which you feel you deserve after all your hard work.You perceive high ______________________.

Accepted Answer

distributi

Question 3

__________________ is the degree to which the outcomes received from the organization are perceived to be fair.

Accepted Answer

Distributi

Question 4

You perceive inequity in a situation.Describe at least two reactions that equity theory suggests would alter your perception.

Accepted Answer

If inequity is perceived,an individual c

Question 5

Maslow's hierarchy of needs and Alderfer's ERG theory are need-based theories of motivation.What are some key criticisms of Maslow's theory and how does Alderfer's theory modify that of Maslow?

Accepted Answer

Maslow's research was done in the clinic

Question 6

Research suggests that high power distance cultures value __________;and that high performance orientation cultures value _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Research suggests that high power distance cultures...

Question 7

Motivation is a function of the interaction between performance,ability and environment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Benevolents expect to receive substantial compensation for relatively little input.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Zappos offers new hires $3,000 to quit after their 90-day anniversary.What benefit does this have for Zappos if these employees leave?

Accepted Answer

A) They find out who the quitters are. 
B) The employees who leave won't be the kind of employee Zappos wants so they save money in the long-run but having them exit early. 
C) Zappos can see who is motivated by money. 
D) If those employees don't want to be at Zappos,Zappos does not want them. 
A) They find out who the quitters are. 
B) The employees who leave won't be the kind of employee Zappos wants so they save money in the long-run but having them exit early. 
C) Zappos can see who is motivated by money. 
D) If those employees don't want to be at Zappos,Zappos does not want them.

Question 10

Alderfer's growth needs correspond to Maslow's

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

Ability refers to

Accepted Answer

A) having the resources,information and support one needs to perform well. 
B) having the skills and knowledge required to perform the job. 
C) the intention of achieving a goal,leading to goal-directed behavior. 
D) the function of performance,motivation,and environment. 
A) having the resources,information and support one needs to perform well. 
B) having the skills and knowledge required to perform the job. 
C) the intention of achieving a goal,leading to goal-directed behavior. 
D) the function of performance,motivation,and environment.

Question 12

High levels of perceived justice create higher levels of employee commitment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A high need for power is always a destructive element in the workplace.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

To reduce the frequency of negative behaviors,remove the rewards that followed those unwanted behaviors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Giving an employee a sales commission every time he makes a sale is an example of a continuous reinforcement schedule.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Maslow's social needs could be satisfied by

Accepted Answer

A) receiving an employee of the month award. 
B) getting promoted to assistant manager from a supervisor position. 
C) attending a department picnic after work. 
D) taking a class on Microsoft Office. 
A) receiving an employee of the month award. 
B) getting promoted to assistant manager from a supervisor position. 
C) attending a department picnic after work. 
D) taking a class on Microsoft Office.

Question 17

The underlying philosophy of The Walt Disney Company is that

Accepted Answer

A) if you pay employees enough,they will fake happiness 
B) happy employees will lead to happy customers 
C) the customer is always right 
D) with a well-written employee manual,all employees are accountable 
A) if you pay employees enough,they will fake happiness 
B) happy employees will lead to happy customers 
C) the customer is always right 
D) with a well-written employee manual,all employees are accountable

Question 18

Job security is an example of Maslow's safety needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Social needs is to Maslow as _______________ is to Alderfer.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Social needs is to Maslow as _______________...

Question 20

Motivation is culturally based.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Name and define each of the four reinforcement methods identified by reinforcement theory and provide an example of each.

You just got a promotion,one which you feel you deserve after all your hard work.You perceive high ______________________.

__________________ is the degree to which the outcomes received from the organization are perceived to be fair.

You perceive inequity in a situation.Describe at least two reactions that equity theory suggests would alter your perception.

Maslow's hierarchy of needs and Alderfer's ERG theory are need-based theories of motivation.What are some key criticisms of Maslow's theory and how does Alderfer's theory modify that of Maslow?

Research suggests that high power distance cultures value ______;and that high performance orientation cultures value _.

Motivation is a function of the interaction between performance,ability and environment.

Benevolents expect to receive substantial compensation for relatively little input.

Zappos offers new hires $3,000 to quit after their 90-day anniversary.What benefit does this have for Zappos if these employees leave?

Alderfer's growth needs correspond to Maslow's

Ability refers to

High levels of perceived justice create higher levels of employee commitment.

A high need for power is always a destructive element in the workplace.

To reduce the frequency of negative behaviors,remove the rewards that followed those unwanted behaviors.

Giving an employee a sales commission every time he makes a sale is an example of a continuous reinforcement schedule.

Maslow's social needs could be satisfied by

The underlying philosophy of The Walt Disney Company is that

Job security is an example of Maslow's safety needs.

Social needs is to Maslow as _______________ is to Alderfer.

Motivation is culturally based.

Organizational Behavior

Diversity in the Workplace

Understanding People at Work: Individual Differences and Perception

Individual Attitudes and Behaviors

Designing a Motivating Work Environment

Managing Stress and Emotions

Communication

Managing Groups and Teams

Conflict and Negotiations

Making Decisions

Leading People Within Organizations

Power and Politics

Organizational Structure and Change

Organizational Culture

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Exam 5: Theories of Motivation

Name and define each of the four reinforcement methods identified by reinforcement theory and provide an example of each.

You just got a promotion,one which you feel you deserve after all your hard work.You perceive high ______________________.

__________________ is the degree to which the outcomes received from the organization are perceived to be fair.

You perceive inequity in a situation.Describe at least two reactions that equity theory suggests would alter your perception.

Maslow's hierarchy of needs and Alderfer's ERG theory are need-based theories of motivation.What are some key criticisms of Maslow's theory and how does Alderfer's theory modify that of Maslow?

Research suggests that high power distance cultures value __________;and that high performance orientation cultures value _____.

Motivation is a function of the interaction between performance,ability and environment.

Benevolents expect to receive substantial compensation for relatively little input.

Zappos offers new hires $3,000 to quit after their 90-day anniversary.What benefit does this have for Zappos if these employees leave?

Alderfer's growth needs correspond to Maslow's

Ability refers to

High levels of perceived justice create higher levels of employee commitment.

A high need for power is always a destructive element in the workplace.

To reduce the frequency of negative behaviors,remove the rewards that followed those unwanted behaviors.

Giving an employee a sales commission every time he makes a sale is an example of a continuous reinforcement schedule.

Maslow's social needs could be satisfied by

The underlying philosophy of The Walt Disney Company is that

Job security is an example of Maslow's safety needs.

Social needs is to Maslow as _______________ is to Alderfer.

Motivation is culturally based.

Organizational Behavior

Diversity in the Workplace

Understanding People at Work: Individual Differences and Perception

Individual Attitudes and Behaviors

Designing a Motivating Work Environment

Managing Stress and Emotions

Communication

Managing Groups and Teams

Conflict and Negotiations

Making Decisions

Leading People Within Organizations

Power and Politics

Organizational Structure and Change

Organizational Culture

Filters

Research suggests that high power distance cultures value ______;and that high performance orientation cultures value _.