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Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by the pursuit of pleasure and the avoidance of pain?

Reinforcement Theory

Explanation

Focuses on the impact of rewards and punishments on behavior.

According to Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, which of the following factors are considered hygiene factors?

Salary and benefits

Explanation

Hygiene factors are essential for preventing dissatisfaction but may not motivate.

Which theory of motivation proposes that individuals have a hierarchy of needs consisting of physiological, safety, social, esteem, and self-actualization needs?

Hierarchy of Needs Theory

Explanation

Based on the concept of a pyramid of needs with basic to higher-level needs.

According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Theory, which need represents the desire for self-esteem, achievement, and recognition?

Esteem needs

Explanation

Esteem needs involve seeking recognition and building a positive self-image.

According to Alderfer's ERG Theory, which category of needs encompasses the need for personal growth and development?

Growth needs

Explanation

Addresses the desire for personal development and advancement.

Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by their perceived level of fairness in social exchanges?

Equity Theory

Explanation

Focuses on the perceived fairness in the distribution of rewards and resources.

Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by the expectation that their efforts will lead to desired performance, which will then result in desired rewards?

Expectancy Theory

Explanation

Centers on the anticipation that effort will lead to successful performance and rewards.

The Expectancy Theory of Motivation emphasizes the importance of which of the following elements?

Expectancy, valence, and instrumentality

Explanation

Highlights the role of belief in effort leading to performance and desired outcomes.

Which model of job design focuses on enriching jobs by increasing the variety of tasks an employee performs and the level of responsibility they have?

Job Characteristics Model

Explanation

Aims to enhance motivation by improving job features like skill variety and autonomy.

#10

In the context of Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, what are motivators also known as?

Satisfiers

Explanation

Factors that lead to satisfaction and motivation when present in the workplace.

#11

Which theory of motivation emphasizes the importance of setting specific and challenging goals to enhance performance?

Goal-Setting Theory

Explanation

Stresses the impact of clear and challenging goals on performance improvement.

#12

In the context of Expectancy Theory, what does expectancy refer to?

The belief that effort will lead to high performance

Explanation

The confidence in the connection between effort and successful performance.

#13

Which of the following is NOT one of the core components of the Equity Theory?

Reinforcements

Explanation

Reinforcements are not a central component of the Equity Theory model.

#14

In the context of Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, what term is used to describe factors that lead to dissatisfaction if absent but do not necessarily lead to motivation if present?

Hygiene factors

Explanation

Essential factors for preventing dissatisfaction but may not motivate.

#15

According to the Job Characteristics Model, which of the following is NOT a core dimension of a job that leads to high motivation and satisfaction?

Centralization

Explanation

Centralization is not a key factor; other dimensions contribute to motivation.

#16

According to the Hackman and Oldham's Job Characteristics Model, which of the following is NOT a critical psychological state that leads to higher motivation, performance, and satisfaction?

Knowledge of results

Explanation

Knowledge of results is not a critical state; others contribute to motivation.

#17

According to the Job Characteristics Model, which dimension refers to the degree to which a job requires completion of a whole and identifiable piece of work?

Task identity

Explanation

Task identity involves the completion of a distinct piece of work.

#18

According to the Job Characteristics Model, which dimension refers to the extent to which a job provides freedom, independence, and discretion to the employee?

Autonomy

Explanation

Autonomy involves the degree of freedom and independence in a job.

#19

According to the Job Characteristics Model, which dimension refers to the extent to which a job has a substantial impact on the lives or work of other people?

Task significance

Explanation

Task significance involves the influence a job has on the lives or work of others.

Theories and Models of Motivation and Job Design Quiz

Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by the pursuit of pleasure and the avoidance of pain?

According to Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, which of the following factors are considered hygiene factors?

Which theory of motivation proposes that individuals have a hierarchy of needs consisting of physiological, safety, social, esteem, and self-actualization needs?

According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Theory, which need represents the desire for self-esteem, achievement, and recognition?

According to Alderfer's ERG Theory, which category of needs encompasses the need for personal growth and development?

Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by their perceived level of fairness in social exchanges?

Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by the expectation that their efforts will lead to desired performance, which will then result in desired rewards?

The Expectancy Theory of Motivation emphasizes the importance of which of the following elements?

Which model of job design focuses on enriching jobs by increasing the variety of tasks an employee performs and the level of responsibility they have?

In the context of Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, what are motivators also known as?

Which theory of motivation emphasizes the importance of setting specific and challenging goals to enhance performance?

In the context of Expectancy Theory, what does expectancy refer to?

Which of the following is NOT one of the core components of the Equity Theory?

In the context of Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, what term is used to describe factors that lead to dissatisfaction if absent but do not necessarily lead to motivation if present?

According to the Job Characteristics Model, which of the following is NOT a core dimension of a job that leads to high motivation and satisfaction?

According to the Hackman and Oldham's Job Characteristics Model, which of the following is NOT a critical psychological state that leads to higher motivation, performance, and satisfaction?

According to the Job Characteristics Model, which dimension refers to the degree to which a job requires completion of a whole and identifiable piece of work?

According to the Job Characteristics Model, which dimension refers to the extent to which a job provides freedom, independence, and discretion to the employee?

According to the Job Characteristics Model, which dimension refers to the extent to which a job has a substantial impact on the lives or work of other people?

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