#1
Which theory suggests that individuals are motivated by a hierarchy of needs?
Expectancy theory
Two-factor theory
Hierarchy of needs theory
Equity theory
#2
Which motivational theory suggests that individuals are motivated by the expectation that their efforts will lead to a desirable outcome?
Expectancy Theory
Two-Factor Theory
Hierarchy of Needs Theory
Equity Theory
#3
Which psychological theory of motivation focuses on the concept of reinforcement and punishment?
Self-Determination Theory
Operant Conditioning
Cognitive Evaluation Theory
Goal-Setting Theory
#4
According to Frederick Herzberg, which factors lead to job satisfaction?
Hygiene factors
Motivators
Equity factors
Expectancy factors
#5
Which theory suggests that individuals are motivated by a desire to reduce the perceived gap between their current state and an ideal state?
Expectancy theory
Discrepancy theory
Need for achievement theory
ERG theory
#6
What is the term for the process of individuals comparing their input-to-output ratio with that of others?
Expectancy
Equity
Motivation
Satisfaction
#7
According to Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, which factors are considered hygiene factors?
Achievement and recognition
Salary and job security
Advancement and growth
Responsibility and achievement
#8
What is the concept of 'job enrichment' in the context of employee motivation?
Increasing the number of tasks without considering skill levels
Providing employees with opportunities to use their skills and abilities
Decreasing the autonomy in job roles
Reducing the level of responsibility in a job
#9
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which need is considered the highest level of need?
Physiological needs
Safety needs
Belongingness needs
Self-actualization needs
#10
According to the Equity Theory, what happens when individuals perceive an inequity in their input-to-output ratio?
They become satisfied
They increase their effort
They decrease their effort
They ignore the inequity
#11
Which motivational theory emphasizes the importance of three basic needs: autonomy, competence, and relatedness?
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory
Self-Determination Theory
Expectancy Theory
#12
In the context of job satisfaction, what does the term 'organizational commitment' refer to?
An individual's loyalty and attachment to the organization
The number of hours worked per week
The level of job autonomy provided
The frequency of performance appraisals
#13
What role does recognition and praise play in employee motivation?
It is a hygiene factor
It is an intrinsic motivator
It is irrelevant to motivation
It is an extrinsic motivator
#14
What is the concept of 'job crafting' in relation to job satisfaction?
The process of restructuring organizational hierarchy
Employees modifying their own job tasks and responsibilities
The delegation of tasks to subordinates
Outsourcing job functions
#15
According to Vroom's Expectancy Theory, what is the key factor influencing motivation?
Perceived equity
Expectancy, instrumentality, and valence
Hygiene factors
Maslow's hierarchy of needs