#1
Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by a hierarchy of needs?
Expectancy theory
Acquired needs theory
Maslow's hierarchy of needs
Equity theory
#2
According to Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, which of the following is considered a hygiene factor?
Recognition
Achievement
Salary
Responsibility
#3
Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by three basic needs: achievement, affiliation, and power?
Expectancy theory
Hierarchy of needs theory
ERG theory
Acquired needs theory
#4
According to Vroom's Expectancy Theory, which of the following is NOT a factor influencing motivation?
Expectancy
Instrumentality
Valence
Equity
#5
Which theory of motivation emphasizes the role of intrinsic factors in influencing employee motivation?
Two-Factor Theory
Acquired Needs Theory
Self-Determination Theory
ERG Theory
#6
According to Alderfer's ERG Theory, what are the three basic needs categories?
Existence, Relationships, Growth
Esteem, Recognition, Growth
Existence, Relatedness, Growth
Esteem, Recognition, Relatedness
#7
According to the Acquired Needs Theory, what are the three main types of needs that motivate people?
Physiological, Safety, Esteem
Achievement, Power, Affiliation
Existence, Relatedness, Growth
Equity, Expectancy, Instrumentality
#8
Who introduced the concept of Theory X and Theory Y to explain employee motivation?
Abraham Maslow
Frederick Herzberg
Douglas McGregor
Victor Vroom
#9
Which theory of motivation focuses on the role of internal thoughts and intrinsic rewards?
Goal-Setting Theory
Self-Determination Theory
Equity Theory
Reinforcement Theory
#10
Which motivation theory focuses on the concept of equity and fairness in the distribution of outcomes?
Expectancy theory
Equity theory
Hierarchy of needs theory
ERG theory
#11
Which theory of motivation emphasizes the importance of reinforcement in shaping behavior?
Reinforcement Theory
Equity Theory
Expectancy Theory
Hierarchy of Needs Theory
#12
Who proposed the Goal-Setting Theory of motivation?
Douglas McGregor
Frederick Herzberg
Victor Vroom
Edwin Locke
#13
Which of the following is NOT one of the core components of Locke's Goal-Setting Theory?
Feedback
Goal Specificity
Goal Difficulty
Task Variety
#14
Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by a sense of fairness in the distribution of rewards?
Equity Theory
Expectancy Theory
Goal-Setting Theory
Reinforcement Theory
#15
What is the primary assumption of McClelland's Acquired Needs Theory?
People are motivated by intrinsic factors
People are motivated by a hierarchy of needs
People are motivated by the need for achievement, power, or affiliation
People are motivated by the expectation of rewards
#16
In the context of Vroom's Expectancy Theory, what does 'Valence' refer to?
The perceived likelihood of success
The value or attractiveness an individual places on a particular outcome
The perception of the link between effort and performance
The belief that putting in effort will lead to desired performance