Motivation and Model of Motivation Quiz
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Which type of motives are related to needs like hunger and sex?

  • Biological motives (correct)
  • Social motives
  • Affiliation motives
  • Achievement motives

    • According to Maslow's model, which need comes after Love and belonging?

  • Esteem (correct)
  • Self-actualization
  • Physiological needs
  • Safety

    • What is self-actualization in Maslow's model primarily about?

  • Making a meaningful contribution to life (correct)
  • Being successful in business
  • Acquiring power over others
  • Achieving good grades

    • What is one criticism of Maslow's theory regarding the fulfillment of needs?

    <p>Lower needs must be fulfilled to access higher order needs universally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which need was NOT included in Maslow's theory?

    <p>Power and aggression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of motives are related to Achievement, Affiliation, Intimacy, and Power?

    <p>Social motives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key reason why human females are selective in choosing mates?

    <p>Their preference for partners with high financial prospects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to evolutionary theory, what do males typically emphasize more in potential partners compared to females?

    <p>Good looks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do identical twins of gay men and lesbians compare in terms of sexual orientation with their fraternal twins and adoptive siblings?

    <p>Identical twins are more likely to have a same-sex orientation than fraternal twins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do studies suggest about the influence of genetic factors on sexual orientation?

    <p>Genetic factors play a significant role in shaping sexual orientation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are same-sex and other-sex attraction best viewed according to the text?

    <p>As unrelated characteristics on a continuum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way can prenatal exposure to certain hormones impact brain organization?

    <p>It can influence the development of sexual orientation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which motive is described as the need to master difficult challenges, outperform others, and meet high standards of excellence?

    <p>Need for achievement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What brain region controls hunger and eating by initiating the process?

    <p>Hypothalamus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is characterized by eating binges followed by self-induced vomiting or excessive exercise?

    <p>Bulimia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of Canadians are obese according to the text?

    <p>20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory suggests that individuals are most fulfilled when they feel independent, competent, and connected?

    <p>Social Determination Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to parental investment theory, which gender is more discriminating in selecting partners due to larger investment in offspring?

    <p>Female</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT associated with an increased risk of developing bulimia?

    <p>Stressful environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identical twins have a higher similarity in body mass index compared to fraternal twins, suggesting that:

    <p>Genetic factors account for variations in body mass index</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one criticism of Maslow's theory regarding the fulfillment of needs?

    <p>Not everyone prioritizes higher order needs over lower needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which motive is NOT part of Maslow's model of motivation?

    <p>Altruism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which need comes immediately after Love and Belonging?

    <p>Esteem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motive is described as the need to master difficult challenges, outperform others, and meet high standards of excellence?

    <p>Achievement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Maslow's model, what aspect is missing in his hierarchy of needs that has been criticized?

    <p>Recognition of autonomy and freedom needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Maslow's theory criticized for being overly optimistic about human nature?

    <p>It lacks consideration for power and aggression motives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor plays a significant role in influencing sexual orientation according to biological models?

    <p>Prenatal exposure to certain hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In evolutionary theory, what do females prioritize more in potential partners compared to males?

    <p>Financial prospects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do human females invest more time in selecting mates?

    <p>To ensure their offspring receive more resources and care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What perspective does the text suggest for viewing same-sex and other-sex attraction?

    <p>On a continuum rather than as distinct endpoints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the information provided, what do studies indicate about the sexual orientation of identical twins compared to fraternal twins?

    <p>Identical twins are more likely to share a same-sex orientation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of mate selection is primarily influenced by genetic predispositions, according to the text?

    <p>Physical attractiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What part of the brain is primarily responsible for initiating eating based on the information provided?

    <p>Hypothalamus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of twins are more similar in body mass index according to the text?

    <p>Identical twins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor leading to the selection of partners according to parental investment theory?

    <p>Investment in offspring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory emphasizes that individuals are most fulfilled when they feel autonomous, competent, and connected?

    <p>Maslow's hierarchy of needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one common risk factor associated with developing bulimia as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Low self-esteem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key reason behind human females being more selective in choosing mates?

    <p>Evolution and mating priorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is characterized by eating binges followed by self-induced vomiting or excessive exercise according to the text?

    <p>Bulimia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest regarding the prevalence of illness as body mass index (BMI) increases?

    <p>The prevalence of illness increases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary distinction between identical twins and fraternal twins related to weight?

    <p>Identical twins have a stronger genetic resemblance influencing body mass index.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept suggests that human males seek to maximize their reproductive potential by mating with multiple partners?

    <p>Parental investment theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Social Motives

    • The need for achievement: mastering difficult challenges, outperforming others, and meeting high standards of excellence
    • The need for affiliation: associating with others and maintaining social bonds
    • The need for intimacy: wanting good interpersonal relations and close exchanges with significant others
    • The need for power: influencing or controlling others and having an impact

    Biological Motives

    • Hunger and eating: controlled by the hypothalamus, influenced by blood glucose, insulin, and leptin
    • Obesity: 20% of Canadians are obese, related to prevalence of diabetes, heart disease, muscle pain, and hypertension
    • Heritability of weight: identical twins more similar in body mass index than fraternal twins, suggesting genetic factors account for variation in propensity to become overweight
    • Eating disorders: anorexia nervosa and bulimia, influenced by media and cultural values, family dynamics, and emotional factors

    Sexual Motivation

    • Evolution and mating priorities: parental investment theory, gender disparities in mating preferences
    • Sexual orientation: heredity (genetics), prenatal exposure to certain hormones affect brain organization, and same-sex attraction as an endpoint on a continuum

    Motivation and Maslow's Theory

    • Motives: needs, wants, and interests that propel people in certain directions
    • Maslow's Model: self-actualization, physiological needs, safety, love and belonging, esteem, and self-actualization
    • Criticisms of Maslow's theory: lower needs not necessarily fulfilled to access higher order needs, universality of the order, needs for autonomy, power, and altruism not considered

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