25 Questions
Google uses motivational, job design, and incentive structuring theories to examine its best practices.
True
According to the article, companies primarily hire from colleges and universities to ensure loyalty among employees.
False
Organizational behavior (OB) involves studying the impact of individuals, groups, and structure on behavior within organizations.
True
Motivation is solely concerned with how hard a person tries.
False
Creative collaboration among individuals does not lead to innovative outcomes.
False
Google's work environment is not considered one of the finest creative places to work.
False
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, once a need at a lower level is satisfied, it continues to motivate the individual.
False
Job satisfaction and motivation are independent concepts that do not influence each other.
False
The Two-Factor Theory was developed by Abraham Maslow.
False
Curiosity and manipulation are examples of physiologically based primary motives.
False
Behavior Modification is categorized as a Need-Based Approach to motivation.
False
Job satisfaction can be influenced by a person's relationships with coworkers and supervisors, according to historical studies.
True
Satisfiers/Motivators are generally related to the context of a job.
False
Dissatisfiers include achievement, recognition, and opportunity for advancement.
False
According to the Expectancy Theory, a person will be motivated if they believe that effort will lead to performance and reward satisfaction is not important.
False
Equity Theory is based on the belief that employees must receive more outputs than inputs to be satisfied and motivated.
False
Behavior Modification Theory focuses on changing behavior by punishing only the right responses.
False
In Goal Setting theory, only generalized goals are considered effective for improving performance.
False
Linking goals to feedback and rewards is not important according to the Goal Setting theory.
False
Group goal setting is not considered important in organizations according to Other Approaches to Motivation.
False
Explain the difference between Satisfiers/Motivators and Dissatisfiers in job motivation factors.
Satisfiers/Motivators are related to the content of a job and increase satisfaction when present, while Dissatisfiers are related to the context of a job and prevent dissatisfaction when present.
What is the main premise of Expectancy Theory in motivation?
A person will be motivated if they believe that effort will lead to performance, performance will lead to a reward, and the reward will satisfy an important need.
How does Equity Theory relate to motivation in organizations?
Equity Theory focuses on employees' beliefs about fair treatment relative to others, impacting their satisfaction and motivation.
What is the key principle behind Behavior Modification Theory for motivating people?
Behavior Modification Theory changes behavior by rewarding correct responses and punishing or ignoring incorrect ones.
Explain the importance of goal setting in motivating group members according to Goal Setting theory.
Goal Setting theory emphasizes that specific, challenging goals lead to improved performance when linked to feedback and rewards.
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