Psychological Aspects of Human Behavior and Motivation Quiz

Motivation is driven by fulfilling basic needs in a hierarchical order, as proposed by Abraham Maslow.

Abraham Maslow identified self-actualization as the pinnacle of human motivation.

Physiological needs must be satisfied first, according to Maslow's hierarchy.

Drive reduction theory posits motivation as the reduction of tension from unmet needs.

Inequality is not a basic psychological need according to self-determination theory.

Edward Deci and Richard Ryan introduced the concepts of extrinsic and intrinsic motivation.

Salary is a hygiene factor according to Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory.

Fundamental attribution error involves attributing behavior to internal factors and overlooking external influences.

Equity is not a component of the Expectancy Theory of Motivation.

B.F. Skinner introduced operant conditioning, focusing on behavior consequences in learning.

Intrinsic motivation involves pursuing personally meaningful goals aligned with values and interests.

Equity theory suggests motivation is influenced by maintaining a balance between inputs and outcomes relative to others.

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi introduced the concept of 'flow', describing deep engagement and satisfaction in activities.

Social facilitation refers to individuals performing better in the presence of others.

Goal-setting theory suggests motivation comes from pursuing specific, challenging, and achievable goals.

Albert Bandura introduced 'self-efficacy', representing belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations.

Extrinsic rewards in cognitive evaluation theory can either enhance or undermine intrinsic motivation.

Operant conditioning theory highlights the impact of reinforcement on behavior.

SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound in goal-setting theory.

Optimal arousal theory posits that individuals seek novelty and challenges for satisfaction.

Albert Bandura introduced social learning theory, highlighting observation and modeling in behavior learning.

Reinforcement theory underscores the impact of rewards and punishments on behavior.

Self-serving bias involves attributing successes to internal factors and failures to external factors.

Martin Seligman proposed learned helplessness, where individuals feel powerless without perceived control over outcomes.

Social loafing is the tendency to be less likely to take action in a group setting due to a diffusion of responsibility.