#1
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective goal setting?
Unrealistic
ExplanationEffective goal setting focuses on realistic and achievable objectives.
#2
Who proposed the Hierarchy of Needs theory?
Abraham Maslow
ExplanationAbraham Maslow introduced the Hierarchy of Needs theory.
#3
Who is the author of the book 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People'?
Stephen Covey
ExplanationStephen Covey authored 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.'
#4
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which need must be satisfied before all others?
Physiological
ExplanationPhysiological needs must be satisfied first according to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.
#5
What term refers to the process of breaking down a goal into smaller, manageable tasks or sub-goals?
Decomposition
ExplanationDecomposition involves breaking down goals into manageable tasks.
#6
What is the term for the ability to understand and share the feelings of another?
Empathy
ExplanationEmpathy is the ability to understand and share others' feelings.
#7
Which motivational theory proposes that individuals are driven by the desire to satisfy their basic physiological needs?
Drive reduction theory
ExplanationDrive reduction theory proposes motivation from fulfilling basic physiological needs.
#8
What is the term for the psychological phenomenon in which people are more likely to comply with a request after first agreeing to a smaller request?
Foot-in-the-door technique
ExplanationThe Foot-in-the-door technique involves compliance with a small request leading to acceptance of a larger one.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a key component of emotional intelligence (EI)?
Logical reasoning
ExplanationLogical reasoning is not a key component of emotional intelligence.
#10
Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by the discrepancy between their current state and a desired state?
Expectancy theory
ExplanationExpectancy theory posits motivation arising from the gap between current and desired states.
#11
What term describes the process of modifying one's existing beliefs or attitudes in order to fit in with a group?
Conformity
ExplanationConformity is the process of adjusting beliefs to align with group norms.
#12
Who introduced the concept of 'self-efficacy'?
Albert Bandura
ExplanationAlbert Bandura introduced the concept of 'self-efficacy.'
#13
Who developed the theory of Flow, describing a mental state of complete immersion and focus in an activity?
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
ExplanationMihaly Csikszentmihalyi developed the theory of Flow.
#14
Which of the following is NOT a stage in the Transtheoretical Model of Change?
Motivation
ExplanationMotivation is not a stage in the Transtheoretical Model of Change.
#15
According to the SMART criteria, what does the 'R' stand for?
Relevant
Explanation'R' in SMART criteria stands for making goals Relevant to overall objectives.
#16
What is the term for the process of setting specific, challenging goals and then monitoring progress towards those goals?
Management by objectives
ExplanationManagement by objectives involves setting challenging goals and tracking progress.