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Employee Motivation and Compensation Theories Quiz

#1

Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by a hierarchy of needs?

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
Explanation

Motivation driven by hierarchical fulfillment of needs.

#2

According to Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, which of the following is considered a hygiene factor?

Salary
Explanation

Salary categorized as a hygiene factor.

#3

Which of the following is an example of a non-monetary incentive for motivating employees?

Promotion opportunities
Explanation

Incentive beyond monetary benefits.

#4

Which of the following is an example of an extrinsic motivation factor in the workplace?

Salary increase
Explanation

External factor stimulating motivation.

#5

Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are driven by their desire to satisfy specific needs?

Hierarchy of Needs Theory
Explanation

Motivation driven by needs fulfillment.

#6

Which of the following is NOT one of the core components of Expectancy Theory?

Equity
Explanation

Equity is not a core component.

#7

What is the primary focus of the Equity Theory in employee motivation?

Perceived fairness of treatment
Explanation

Focus on fairness perception.

#8

Which of the following is NOT a component of the Vroom's Expectancy Theory?

Motivation
Explanation

Motivation is not a component.

#9

In the context of employee motivation, what does the term 'instrumentality' refer to?

The belief that performance will lead to rewards
Explanation

Belief in performance-reward linkage.

#10

Which theory of motivation emphasizes the importance of intrinsic factors such as achievement and recognition?

Self-Determination Theory
Explanation

Focus on intrinsic factors like achievement.

#11

Which compensation approach emphasizes paying employees based on their individual performance?

Merit-Based Pay
Explanation

Payment linked to individual performance.

#12

What is the main premise of the Skinner's Reinforcement Theory of motivation?

Motivation is based on the outcomes associated with behavior
Explanation

Behavior linked with outcome motivation.

#13

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an effective compensation system?

Static
Explanation

Not characterized by rigidity.

#14

What is the main principle behind the Job Characteristics Model (JCM) in employee motivation?

Focusing on intrinsic motivation through job design
Explanation

Enhancing intrinsic motivation via job design.

#15

What is the primary concern addressed by the Adams' Equity Theory?

Fairness in pay relative to performance
Explanation

Focus on pay-performance fairness.

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