#1
Which of the following is NOT a key figure in the history of industrial-organizational psychology?
Sigmund Freud
ExplanationSigmund Freud was not a significant figure in industrial-organizational psychology.
#2
Which psychologist is famous for his work on motivation theory, particularly the 'hierarchy of needs'?
Abraham Maslow
ExplanationAbraham Maslow is renowned for his hierarchy of needs theory in motivation.
#3
Which of the following is a key focus area of industrial-organizational psychology?
Workplace behavior and attitudes
ExplanationWorkplace behavior and attitudes are key focuses of industrial-organizational psychology.
#4
Who is considered the 'father of industrial psychology'?
Hugo Münsterberg
ExplanationHugo Münsterberg is regarded as the pioneer in industrial psychology.
#5
Who is known for introducing the concept of 'scientific management'?
Frederick Winslow Taylor
ExplanationFrederick Winslow Taylor is credited with introducing scientific management.
#6
Which psychologist is known for his research on organizational behavior, particularly the 'Hawthorne studies'?
Elton Mayo
ExplanationElton Mayo conducted the famous Hawthorne studies on organizational behavior.
#7
Who proposed the concept of 'job satisfaction' and 'hygiene factors' in the workplace?
Frederick Herzberg
ExplanationFrederick Herzberg introduced the concept of job satisfaction and hygiene factors.
#8
Which psychologist is famous for his work on 'equity theory' in the workplace?
J. Stacy Adams
ExplanationJ. Stacy Adams is renowned for his work on equity theory in the workplace.
#9
Who is known for the theory of 'X and Y' management styles?
Douglas McGregor
ExplanationDouglas McGregor is associated with the X and Y management styles theory.
#10
Who is known for introducing the concept of 'organizational culture'?
Edgar Schein
ExplanationEdgar Schein is credited with introducing the concept of organizational culture.
#11
Who is known for developing the 'theory of reasoned action' which later evolved into the 'theory of planned behavior'?
Martin Fishbein
ExplanationMartin Fishbein developed the theory of reasoned action, later evolving into the theory of planned behavior.
#12
Who introduced the concept of 'emotional intelligence' and its significance in the workplace?
Daniel Goleman
ExplanationDaniel Goleman introduced the concept of emotional intelligence and its relevance in the workplace.
#13
Which psychologist is famous for his work on 'self-determination theory', focusing on intrinsic motivation?
Edward Deci
ExplanationEdward Deci is renowned for his work on self-determination theory, emphasizing intrinsic motivation.