#1
In the Goal-Setting Theory, what does the acronym SMART stand for in relation to setting effective goals?
Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-bound
ExplanationSMART: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-bound.
#2
In the context of motivation, what does the acronym RISE stand for in the RISE model?
Recognition, Incentives, Support, Expectations
ExplanationRISE model: Recognition, Incentives, Support, Expectations.
#3
In the context of motivation, what does the acronym FIT stand for in the FIT model?
Feedback, Incentives, Training
ExplanationFIT model: Feedback, Incentives, Training.
#4
In the context of motivation, what does the acronym PERMA stand for in positive psychology?
Positive emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Accomplishment
ExplanationPERMA: Positive emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Accomplishment.
#5
In the context of motivation, what does the acronym DRIVE stand for in the DRIVE model?
Direction, Recognition, Incentives, Values, Engagement
ExplanationDRIVE model: Direction, Recognition, Incentives, Values, Engagement.
#6
Which theory suggests that individuals are motivated by a hierarchy of needs, starting with basic physiological needs and progressing to higher-level needs?
Maslow's hierarchy of needs
ExplanationHierarchy of needs starting from physiological to higher-level needs.
#7
According to the Self-Determination Theory, what are the three basic psychological needs that drive human behavior?
Autonomy, competence, and relatedness
ExplanationBasic psychological needs: Autonomy, competence, and relatedness.
#8
Which motivational theory suggests that people are driven by a desire to reduce the gap between their current state and an ideal state?
Goal-setting theory
ExplanationDesire to reduce the gap between current and ideal states.
#9
What is the concept of 'job enrichment' in the context of motivation?
Increasing the quality of tasks assigned to an employee
ExplanationEnhancing task quality for employees.
#10
According to Frederick Herzberg, what is the key factor that leads to job satisfaction?
Intrinsic factors or motivators
ExplanationKey to job satisfaction: Intrinsic factors or motivators.
#11
What is the concept of 'expectancy' in the Expectancy Theory of Motivation?
The belief that effort will lead to performance
ExplanationExpectancy: belief that effort leads to performance.
#12
According to Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, which factors are considered 'hygiene' or maintenance factors that prevent dissatisfaction?
Company policies and working conditions
ExplanationHygiene factors: Company policies and working conditions.
#13
According to Victor Vroom's Expectancy Theory, what is the formula for motivation (V)?
V = Expectancy x Instrumentality x Valence
ExplanationMotivation formula: V = Expectancy x Instrumentality x Valence.
#14
What is the primary focus of Alderfer's ERG theory of motivation?
Existence, Relatedness, and Growth needs
ExplanationFocus on Existence, Relatedness, and Growth needs.
#15
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?
Self-efficacy
ExplanationBelief in achieving a goal: Self-efficacy.