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What are the top two sources of conflict on a project?
What are the top two sources of conflict on a project?
- Workload distribution and inadequate training
- Schedules and priorities (correct)
- Resource allocation and communication breakdown
- Different personalities and leadership styles
Which theory suggests that behavior is driven by needs and individuals have a common set of hierarchical needs?
Which theory suggests that behavior is driven by needs and individuals have a common set of hierarchical needs?
- Reinforcement Theory
- Equity Theory
- Hierarchy of Needs (correct)
- Expectancy Theory
What is the managerial behavior associated with Positive Reinforcement?
What is the managerial behavior associated with Positive Reinforcement?
- Setting up pleasant consequences to reward desired behavior (correct)
- Increasing unwanted behavior
- Reducing frequency of unwanted behavior
- Removing desirable consequences
Which theory focuses on changing people's behavior by managerial actions?
Which theory focuses on changing people's behavior by managerial actions?
What characterizes Negative Reinforcement according to the text?
What characterizes Negative Reinforcement according to the text?
What is the primary purpose of Punishment as a form of reinforcement?
What is the primary purpose of Punishment as a form of reinforcement?
What is the main difference between punishment and extinction?
What is the main difference between punishment and extinction?
Based on the Expectancy Theory developed by Victor Vroom, which of the following is NOT a factor influencing motivation?
Based on the Expectancy Theory developed by Victor Vroom, which of the following is NOT a factor influencing motivation?
What did Herzberg's Motivation-Hygiene Theory discover about factors causing job satisfaction and dissatisfaction?
What did Herzberg's Motivation-Hygiene Theory discover about factors causing job satisfaction and dissatisfaction?
Why is establishing a formal communication chain important according to the text?
Why is establishing a formal communication chain important according to the text?
What should managers consider when choosing communication mediums for their teams?
What should managers consider when choosing communication mediums for their teams?
What is a potential consequence of not using clear and simple communication?
What is a potential consequence of not using clear and simple communication?
