Employee Motivation

Description: This quiz covers the fundamental concepts and theories related to employee motivation in the workplace.
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Which theory of motivation emphasizes the importance of setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals?

  1. Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory

  2. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

  3. Vroom's Expectancy Theory

  4. Locke's Goal-Setting Theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Locke's Goal-Setting Theory proposes that specific, challenging, and achievable goals lead to higher levels of motivation and performance.

According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which need must be satisfied before an individual can progress to higher-level needs?

  1. Self-Actualization

  2. Esteem

  3. Love and Belonging

  4. Physiological


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs suggests that physiological needs, such as food, water, and shelter, must be met before an individual can focus on higher-level needs.

Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory categorizes factors that influence job satisfaction into which two groups?

  1. Motivators and Hygiene Factors

  2. Intrinsic and Extrinsic Factors

  3. Content and Context Factors

  4. Primary and Secondary Factors


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory distinguishes between motivators, which are job-related factors that lead to satisfaction, and hygiene factors, which are job-related factors that prevent dissatisfaction.

Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by their perception of the relationship between effort, performance, and outcomes?

  1. Equity Theory

  2. Expectancy Theory

  3. Goal-Setting Theory

  4. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vroom's Expectancy Theory proposes that motivation is influenced by an individual's beliefs about the relationship between effort, performance, and outcomes.

Which theory of motivation emphasizes the importance of fairness and equity in the distribution of rewards?

  1. Equity Theory

  2. Expectancy Theory

  3. Goal-Setting Theory

  4. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adams' Equity Theory suggests that individuals are motivated to maintain a sense of fairness and equity in their work relationships.

Which type of motivation is driven by an individual's internal desire to achieve and excel?

  1. Extrinsic Motivation

  2. Intrinsic Motivation

  3. Social Motivation

  4. Achievement Motivation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Intrinsic motivation refers to the drive to engage in an activity for its own sake, without the need for external rewards.

Which type of motivation is driven by external rewards, such as money, recognition, or promotion?

  1. Extrinsic Motivation

  2. Intrinsic Motivation

  3. Social Motivation

  4. Achievement Motivation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Extrinsic motivation refers to the drive to engage in an activity in order to obtain external rewards.

Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by their desire to achieve mastery and competence in a particular skill or domain?

  1. Self-Determination Theory

  2. Expectancy Theory

  3. Goal-Setting Theory

  4. Achievement Motivation Theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Achievement Motivation Theory proposes that individuals are driven by a desire to achieve success and excel in challenging tasks.

Which theory of motivation emphasizes the importance of psychological needs, such as autonomy, competence, and relatedness, in motivating individuals?

  1. Self-Determination Theory

  2. Expectancy Theory

  3. Goal-Setting Theory

  4. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Self-Determination Theory suggests that individuals are motivated by their need for autonomy, competence, and relatedness.

Which type of motivation is driven by an individual's desire to connect with others and feel a sense of belonging?

  1. Extrinsic Motivation

  2. Intrinsic Motivation

  3. Social Motivation

  4. Achievement Motivation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Social motivation refers to the drive to engage in activities that allow individuals to connect with others and feel a sense of belonging.

Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by their desire to avoid negative outcomes, such as punishment or failure?

  1. Fear-Avoidance Theory

  2. Expectancy Theory

  3. Goal-Setting Theory

  4. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fear-Avoidance Theory proposes that individuals are motivated to avoid negative outcomes and engage in behaviors that protect them from harm.

Which type of motivation is driven by an individual's desire to learn and explore new things?

  1. Extrinsic Motivation

  2. Intrinsic Motivation

  3. Social Motivation

  4. Curiosity Motivation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Curiosity Motivation refers to the drive to engage in activities that satisfy an individual's desire to learn and explore new things.

Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by their desire to maintain a consistent self-image and avoid cognitive dissonance?

  1. Self-Perception Theory

  2. Expectancy Theory

  3. Goal-Setting Theory

  4. Cognitive Dissonance Theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cognitive Dissonance Theory proposes that individuals are motivated to reduce the tension caused by holding conflicting beliefs or engaging in behaviors that contradict their self-image.

Which type of motivation is driven by an individual's desire to achieve a sense of purpose and meaning in their life?

  1. Extrinsic Motivation

  2. Intrinsic Motivation

  3. Social Motivation

  4. Existential Motivation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Existential Motivation refers to the drive to engage in activities that provide a sense of purpose and meaning in life.

Which theory of motivation suggests that individuals are motivated by their desire to achieve a state of psychological well-being and optimal functioning?

  1. Self-Determination Theory

  2. Expectancy Theory

  3. Goal-Setting Theory

  4. Humanistic Theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Humanistic Theory proposes that individuals are motivated by their desire to achieve a state of psychological well-being and optimal functioning.

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