Motivation Theories and Perspectives Quiz

Explore motivation theories including Maslow's hierarchy, Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, and more with this quiz. Challenge yourself now!

#1

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which need must be satisfied first?

Self-actualization
Esteem
Safety
Love/belonging
#2

Which theory suggests that individuals are motivated by the desire to maintain a balance between their inputs and outcomes in a workplace?

Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory
Equity Theory
Expectancy Theory
Self-Determination Theory
#3

Who proposed the Theory of X and Y in the context of motivation?

Frederick Herzberg
Douglas McGregor
Abraham Maslow
Clayton Alderfer
#4

Which motivation theory emphasizes the importance of three basic psychological needs: autonomy, competence, and relatedness?

Expectancy Theory
Self-Determination Theory
Hierarchy of Needs Theory
ERG Theory
#5

Which theory of motivation focuses on the needs for achievement, affiliation, and power?

ERG Theory
Two-Factor Theory
McClelland's Theory of Needs
Equity Theory
#6

Who developed the ERG Theory as an extension of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?

Clayton Alderfer
Frederick Herzberg
Abraham Maslow
Douglas McGregor
#7

According to Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, which factors are considered as hygiene factors?

Achievement and recognition
Responsibility and advancement
Salary and working conditions
Interesting work and recognition
#8

Who proposed the Achievement-Power-Affiliation (APA) Theory?

Abraham Maslow
Clayton Alderfer
David McClelland
Douglas McGregor
#9

According to the Two-Factor Theory, which factors are considered motivators?

Salary and working conditions
Achievement and recognition
Supervision and company policy
Security and relationships
#10

Who proposed the Expectancy Theory of motivation?

Victor Vroom
Clayton Alderfer
David McClelland
Abraham Maslow
#11

Who proposed the Theory of ERG (Existence, Relatedness, and Growth)?

Douglas McGregor
Frederick Herzberg
Clayton Alderfer
Abraham Maslow

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