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Which theory of motivation is discussed in the text?
Which theory of motivation is discussed in the text?
- Vroom's expectancy theory
- David McClelland's acquired-needs theory (correct)
- Herzberg's two-factor theory
- Maslow's hierarchy of needs
What are the three types of needs in McClelland's acquired-needs theory?
What are the three types of needs in McClelland's acquired-needs theory?
- Need for recognition, need for control, need for power
- Need for affiliation, need for recognition, need for control
- Need for achievement, need for recognition, need for power
- Need for achievement, need for affiliation, need for power (correct)
Which need is described as the desire to excel and succeed in challenging tasks?
Which need is described as the desire to excel and succeed in challenging tasks?
- Need for recognition
- Need for power
- Need for achievement (correct)
- Need for affiliation
What is the desire to form and maintain close relationships with others called?
What is the desire to form and maintain close relationships with others called?
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Which need is described as the desire to influence and control others?
Which need is described as the desire to influence and control others?
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Study Notes
Motivation Theories
- McClelland's acquired-needs theory focuses on how individual needs motivate behavior in the workplace.
Types of Needs in McClelland's Theory
- Achievement Need: Represents the desire to excel and succeed in challenging tasks and situations.
- Affiliation Need: Represents the desire to form and maintain close relationships with others, emphasizing social interactions and teamwork.
- Power Need: Represents the desire to influence, control, and impact others, often linked to leadership and authority.
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