Which of the following is NOT one of the needs in the motivation theory, developed by Alderfer?
growth needs
relatedness needs
social needs
existence needs
Which of the following is NOT a content theory of motivation?
Herzberg’s two-factor theory
Maslow’s hierarchy of needs theory
Alderfer’s ERG theory
Locke’s goal theory
Which of the following is NOT one of the levels, within Maslow’s theory of motivation?
society needs
physiological needs
self-actualization needs
esteem needs
Which of the following is one of the hygiene factors identified by Herzberg?
responsibility
working conditions
advancement
recognition
Which one of the following is NOT one of the three key elements, in Vrooms model of expectancy theory in work motivation?
instrumentality
responsibility
valance
expectancy
Which of the following is NOT one of the ways in which equity (or balance) could be restored, in Adams’ equity theory of motivation?
influencing others
leaving the situation
maintaining perception of equity
changing inputs
Who was it that coined the term ‘law of effect’?
Thorndike
Watson
Pavlov
Skinner
In operant conditioning, there are four reinforcement schedules. Which one of the following is not one of them?
variable interval
fixed ratio
fixed interval
predictable ratio
Self-determination theory suggests that a continuum of self-determination exists. Which of the following is not a level identified in the theory?
introjected regulation
automated regulation
controlled regulation
integrated regulation
In the goal theory of motivation, there are a number of issues surrounding the notion of goal setting, and feedback, that can significantly influence the outcome. Which one of the following is NOT one of the three identified in the text?
the objectives to be achieved should be generally outlined