Motivation theories

Question 1

What is the primary focus of motivation theories in business?

Answer 1

Understanding what drives individuals to perform in the workplace.

Question 2

True or False: Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs includes five levels of needs.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: According to Maslow, the first level of needs is __________.

Answer 3

Physiological needs

Question 4

What are the two main types of motivation identified by Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory?

Answer 4

Hygiene factors and motivators

Question 5

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a hygiene factor according to Herzberg? A) Salary B) Recognition C) Work conditions D) Company policies

Answer 5

B) Recognition

Question 6

What is the main conclusion of McGregor’s Theory X and Theory Y?

Answer 6

Theory X assumes employees are inherently lazy; Theory Y assumes they are self-motivated.

Question 7

Fill in the blank: Vroom’s Expectancy Theory emphasizes the relationship between __________, performance, and outcomes.

Answer 7

Effort

Question 8

Multiple Choice: Which motivation theory suggests that individuals are motivated by the desire to achieve specific goals? A) Maslow’s Theory B) Herzberg’s Theory C) Vroom’s Expectancy Theory D) McGregor’s Theory

Answer 8

C) Vroom’s Expectancy Theory

Question 9

True or False: Extrinsic motivation is always more effective than intrinsic motivation.

Answer 9

False

Question 10

What does the term ‘job enrichment’ refer to?

Answer 10

Increasing the depth of a job by adding variety and autonomy.

Question 11

Multiple Choice: Which of the following factors is NOT considered a hygiene factor in Herzberg’s theory? A) Salary B) Job security C) Achievement D) Working conditions

Answer 11

C) Achievement

Question 12

What is the primary difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?

Answer 12

Intrinsic motivation comes from within the individual; extrinsic motivation comes from external rewards.

Question 13

True or False: Goal setting can improve employee motivation and performance.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

What is the main idea behind equity theory?

Answer 14

Employees are motivated by fairness in the workplace.

Question 15

Multiple Choice: Which theory focuses on the importance of social needs in motivation? A) Maslow’s Hierarchy B) Herzberg’s Theory C) Alderfer’s ERG Theory D) All of the above

Answer 15

D) All of the above

Question 16

What is the importance of feedback in motivation theories?

Answer 16

Feedback helps individuals understand their performance and guides improvement.

Question 17

What does the term ‘motivation hygiene’ refer to?

Answer 17

Factors that lead to job dissatisfaction when absent but do not necessarily motivate when present.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: According to McClelland’s Theory of Needs, the need for __________ is the desire for achievement and success.

Answer 18

Achievement

Question 19

Multiple Choice: Which need is NOT part of McClelland’s Theory of Needs? A) Need for Achievement B) Need for Power C) Need for Affiliation D) Need for Recognition

Answer 19

D) Need for Recognition

Question 20

What role does culture play in motivation theories?

Answer 20

Culture influences values, beliefs, and behaviors that affect motivation.

Question 21

True or False: Motivation theories are universally applicable across all cultures.

Answer 21

False

Question 22

What is the significance of understanding motivation in a business context?

Answer 22

It helps improve employee performance, satisfaction, and retention.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: The __________ Theory posits that motivation is influenced by the desire to maximize rewards and minimize punishments.

Answer 23

Reinforcement

Question 24

Multiple Choice: Which motivation theory emphasizes the role of achievement, power, and affiliation? A) Maslow’s Theory B) McClelland’s Theory C) Herzberg’s Theory D) Vroom’s Theory

Answer 24

B) McClelland’s Theory