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Which of the following is a characteristic of intrinsic motivation?

Motivation from within oneself

Explanation

Intrinsic motivation stems from internal desires and drives.

Which motivational theory suggests that individuals are motivated by a hierarchy of needs, including physiological, safety, belongingness, esteem, and self-actualization?

Maslow's hierarchy of needs

Explanation

Maslow's theory states that human needs are arranged in a hierarchy, with basic needs at the bottom.

Which motivational theory emphasizes the role of perceived fairness in determining motivation?

Equity theory

Explanation

Equity theory highlights the importance of fairness perceptions in motivating behavior.

Which motivational theory suggests that individuals are motivated by a sense of autonomy, competence, and relatedness?

Self-determination theory

Explanation

Self-determination theory emphasizes autonomy, competence, and relatedness as motivational factors.

Which motivational theory proposes that individuals are motivated by the perceived fairness of outcomes relative to inputs compared to others?

Equity theory

Explanation

Equity theory suggests that individuals gauge motivation based on perceived fairness in outcomes compared to inputs.

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which needs must be satisfied before self-actualization can be achieved?

Belongingness and love needs

Explanation

Self-actualization follows the fulfillment of belongingness and love needs in Maslow's hierarchy.

What theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated to perform certain behaviors because they are expecting a reward or avoiding punishment?

Reinforcement theory

Explanation

Reinforcement theory posits that behavior is influenced by rewards and punishments.

Which theory suggests that individuals compare their input-output ratios to those of others and may become demotivated if they perceive an inequity?

Equity theory

Explanation

Equity theory posits that people assess fairness in outcomes relative to inputs.

What is the term used to describe the process of modifying one's thoughts, feelings, or behaviors to achieve a goal?

Self-regulation

Explanation

Self-regulation involves managing one's actions, emotions, and thoughts to attain objectives.

#10

Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are driven by three primary needs: achievement, affiliation, and power?

Acquired needs theory

Explanation

Acquired needs theory posits that individuals are motivated by achievement, affiliation, and power.

#11

What term describes the process of attributing one's own thoughts or feelings to someone else?

Projection

Explanation

Projection is attributing one's own thoughts or feelings to another person or group.

#12

What is the term used to describe the extent to which individuals believe they can control events affecting them?

Self-efficacy

Explanation

Self-efficacy refers to the belief in one's ability to accomplish tasks and influence outcomes.

#13

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

Self-determination theory

Explanation

Self-determination theory highlights the importance of autonomy, competence, and relatedness in motivation.

#14

According to Herzberg's two-factor theory, which factors are considered hygiene factors that, when absent, can lead to dissatisfaction but when present, do not necessarily lead to satisfaction?

Salary and benefits

Explanation

Salary and benefits are hygiene factors in Herzberg's theory, affecting dissatisfaction if inadequate.

#15

What term describes the process of shaping behavior by reinforcing successive approximations toward a desired behavior?

Operant conditioning

Explanation

Operant conditioning involves reinforcing behaviors to shape them towards desired outcomes.

#16

In Herzberg's two-factor theory, what are considered motivator factors that, when present, can lead to satisfaction and motivation?

Achievement and recognition

Explanation

Achievement and recognition are motivator factors that enhance satisfaction according to Herzberg.

#17

What term describes the extent to which individuals believe they can perform a specific task or reach a specific goal?

Self-efficacy

Explanation

Self-efficacy refers to the confidence in one's ability to accomplish tasks or goals.

Organizational Behavior and Workplace Motivation Quiz

Which of the following is a characteristic of intrinsic motivation?

Which motivational theory suggests that individuals are motivated by a hierarchy of needs, including physiological, safety, belongingness, esteem, and self-actualization?

Which motivational theory emphasizes the role of perceived fairness in determining motivation?

Which motivational theory suggests that individuals are motivated by a sense of autonomy, competence, and relatedness?

Which motivational theory proposes that individuals are motivated by the perceived fairness of outcomes relative to inputs compared to others?

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which needs must be satisfied before self-actualization can be achieved?

What theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated to perform certain behaviors because they are expecting a reward or avoiding punishment?

Which theory suggests that individuals compare their input-output ratios to those of others and may become demotivated if they perceive an inequity?

What is the term used to describe the process of modifying one's thoughts, feelings, or behaviors to achieve a goal?

Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are driven by three primary needs: achievement, affiliation, and power?

What term describes the process of attributing one's own thoughts or feelings to someone else?

What is the term used to describe the extent to which individuals believe they can control events affecting them?

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

According to Herzberg's two-factor theory, which factors are considered hygiene factors that, when absent, can lead to dissatisfaction but when present, do not necessarily lead to satisfaction?

What term describes the process of shaping behavior by reinforcing successive approximations toward a desired behavior?

In Herzberg's two-factor theory, what are considered motivator factors that, when present, can lead to satisfaction and motivation?

What term describes the extent to which individuals believe they can perform a specific task or reach a specific goal?

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