Goal-setting Theories and Motivational Constructs Quiz

Test your knowledge on goal-setting theories and motivational constructs. Explore concepts like SMART goals, self-determination, and intrinsic motivation.

#1

According to Locke and Latham's goal-setting theory, what is the term used for the commitment to achieving a goal?

Motivation
Expectancy
Goal commitment
Equity
#2

According to the goal-setting theory, what is the term for the feedback individuals receive about their progress toward goal attainment?

Incentive
Reinforcement
Feedback
Evaluation
#3

In the context of the Goal-Setting Theory, what is the term for the process of setting specific and challenging goals?

Goal alignment
Goal establishment
Goal orientation
Goal setting
#4

Which type of motivation is characterized by engaging in an activity for the inherent satisfaction derived from the activity itself?

Extrinsic motivation
Introjected motivation
Intrinsic motivation
Amotivation
#5

Which type of goal is general in nature and provides a sense of direction without specific and measurable criteria?

Specific goal
Proximal goal
Ultimate goal
General goal
#6

Which goal-setting theory suggests that individuals set specific and challenging goals that lead to higher performance?

Equity theory
Locke and Latham's goal-setting theory
Expectancy theory
Maslow's hierarchy of needs
#7

In the context of goal-setting, what does the acronym SMART stand for?

Simple, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
Strategic, Meaningful, Appropriate, Result-oriented, Targeted
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
Structured, Meaningful, Aligned, Realistic, Targeted
#8

Which type of goals are short-term, specific objectives that lead to the accomplishment of long-term goals?

Long-term goals
Ultimate goals
Intermediate goals
Proximal goals
#9

Which motivational construct involves the degree to which an individual believes in their ability to perform a specific task or achieve a particular goal?

Self-determination
Expectancy
Self-efficacy
Achievement motivation
#10

Which of the following is NOT one of the key components of Locke and Latham's goal-setting theory?

Goal difficulty
Goal acceptance
Feedback
Goal specificity
#11

Which motivational construct involves an individual's belief that effort will lead to performance improvement and attainment of a desired goal?

Self-determination
Expectancy
Self-efficacy
Achievement motivation
#12

According to the theory of self-determination, what are the three innate psychological needs that drive human behavior?

Achievement, Power, Affiliation
Autonomy, Competence, Relatedness
Security, Belongingness, Esteem
Control, Mastery, Connection
#13

In the context of goal-setting, what does the acronym HPM stand for?

High-performance motivation
Hopeful planning model
Hard goals perspective
Holistic progress measure
#14

According to the 2-factor theory of motivation, which factors are associated with job satisfaction and dissatisfaction, respectively?

Motivator factors, Hygiene factors
Intrinsic factors, Extrinsic factors
Achievement needs, Affiliation needs
Esteem needs, Safety needs
#15

What is the primary focus of the Vroom-Yetton-Jago Decision Model in the context of goal-setting?

Goal specificity
Leadership style and decision-making
Intrinsic motivation
Task complexity

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