Motivational Factors and Human Behavior Quiz

Test your knowledge on motivation with questions about Maslow's hierarchy, Self-Determination Theory, SMART goals, and more!

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In the Goal-Setting Theory, what does the acronym SMART stand for in relation to setting effective goals?

Simple, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-bound

Strategic, Meaningful, Attainable, Relevant, Timely

Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-bound

Structured, Motivating, Aspirational, Results-oriented, Timely

In the context of motivation, what does the acronym RISE stand for in the RISE model?

Recognition, Incentives, Support, Expectations

Responsibility, Inclusion, Satisfaction, Engagement

Resilience, Innovation, Self-esteem, Empowerment

Relevance, Improvement, Stability, Excellence

In the context of motivation, what does the acronym FIT stand for in the FIT model?

Feedback, Incentives, Training

Flexibility, Innovation, Teamwork

Focus, Integrity, Tenacity

Fairness, Improvement, Transparency

In the context of motivation, what does the acronym PERMA stand for in positive psychology?

Positive emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Accomplishment

Purpose, Empathy, Resilience, Mindfulness, Achievement

Persistence, Excellence, Responsibility, Mindfulness, Adaptability

Passion, Enthusiasm, Resilience, Motivation, Ambition

In the context of motivation, what does the acronym DRIVE stand for in the DRIVE model?

Determination, Recognition, Incentives, Values, Engagement

Desire, Responsibility, Incentives, Vision, Effort

Direction, Recognition, Incentives, Values, Engagement

Dedication, Resilience, Innovation, Vision, Empowerment

Which theory suggests that individuals are motivated by a hierarchy of needs, starting with basic physiological needs and progressing to higher-level needs?

Behaviorist theory

Cognitive theory

Maslow's hierarchy of needs

Social learning theory

According to the Self-Determination Theory, what are the three basic psychological needs that drive human behavior?

Power, wealth, and fame

Autonomy, competence, and relatedness

Conformity, obedience, and prestige

Security, approval, and achievement

Which motivational theory suggests that people are driven by a desire to reduce the gap between their current state and an ideal state?

Equity theory

Goal-setting theory

Expectancy theory

Need for achievement theory

What is the concept of 'job enrichment' in the context of motivation?

Increasing the quantity of tasks assigned to an employee

Increasing the quality of tasks assigned to an employee

Reducing the workload of an employee

Outsourcing tasks to other employees

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According to Frederick Herzberg, what is the key factor that leads to job satisfaction?

Salary and benefits

Work conditions

Intrinsic factors or motivators

Social interactions at the workplace

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What is the concept of 'expectancy' in the Expectancy Theory of Motivation?

The belief that effort will lead to performance

The belief that performance will lead to outcomes

The belief that outcomes are valuable

The belief that goals are achievable

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According to Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, which factors are considered 'hygiene' or maintenance factors that prevent dissatisfaction?

Achievement and recognition

Company policies and working conditions

Responsibility and advancement

Job enrichment and growth

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According to Victor Vroom's Expectancy Theory, what is the formula for motivation (V)?

V = E x I x V

V = Expectancy x Instrumentality x Valence

V = Effort x Performance x Outcome

V = M x A x S

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What is the primary focus of Alderfer's ERG theory of motivation?

Physiological needs

Maslow's hierarchy of needs

Existence, Relatedness, and Growth needs

Social learning theory

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According to Locke and Latham's Goal-Setting Theory, what is the term for an individual's belief that they can achieve a specific goal?

Expectancy

Valence

Self-efficacy

Instrumentality