Question 1

Although Kim just ate a huge meal and feels "stuffed," the idea of a chocolate sundae is too good to pass u

Accepted Answer

The idea of a chocolate sundae serves as an incentive, something that can motivate behavior, in this case, to eat despite the feeling of fullness.

Question 2

Which of the following is a criticism of Maslow's theory?

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

According to Maslow,the motive of self-actualization makes one want ________.

Accepted Answer

Maslow believed that self-actualization is the ultimate goal of human motivation, and it involves fulfilling one's inborn potential and achieving personal growth and fulfillment. It is not about material possessions or validation from others, but rather about becoming the best version of oneself. Therefore, option A is the most accurate choice according to Maslow's theory.

Question 4

According to Abraham Maslow's hierarchy,which needs must be met first?

Accepted Answer

According to Maslow's hierarchy, physiological needs such as food, water, and shelter must be met first before an individual can focus on fulfilling needs for safety, love/belonging, esteem, and self-actualization.

Question 5

In Maslow's hierarchy of needs,which of the following needs is a higher order need than cognitive needs?

Accepted Answer

Aesthetic needs, also known as self-actualization needs, are higher on the hierarchy than cognitive needs. Cognitive needs are at a lower level, just above basic physiological needs like food and water. Belongingness needs and esteem needs are also lower-order needs than aesthetic needs.

Question 6

Which level of Abraham Maslow's hierarchy is epitomized by the U.S.Army's slogan "Be all that you can be"?

Accepted Answer

The U.S. Army's slogan "Be all that you can be" emphasizes the individual's potential and the pursuit of personal growth and achievement, which is the hallmark of self-actualization in Maslow's hierarchy.

Question 7

Jenna skipped dinner last night to stay up late studying for her final exam.She went to bed at 6 a.m.and had to be at class by 8 a.m.Her alarm clock did not go off as scheduled,and she raced out the door without eating.As a result,she was very distracted by hunger pangs and lack of energy while taking the test.She later learned that she failed her exam.Jenna could have likely performed better on her final if she had met a ________ need before the final.

Accepted Answer

Jenna's lack of food caused her to experience hunger pangs and lack of energy, which are physiological needs. Meeting this need by having a meal before her exam could have helped her perform better.

Question 8

According to Abraham Maslow,developing one's potential to its fullest extent results in ________.

Accepted Answer

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, self-actualization is the highest level of need attainment. It is described as the drive to develop one's potential to its fullest extent and achieve personal growth and fulfillment. Therefore, developing one's potential to its fullest extent results in self-actualization.

Question 9

Jerry gets a great deal of fulfillment out of visiting the new art exhibits at the museum in town.He usually visits each exhibit several times during a show and finds beauty in a variety of different types of art works.Jerry is likely to visit the new exhibits in an effort to meet a(n)________ need.

Accepted Answer

Jerry's enjoyment of visiting the museum and finding beauty in various art works suggests that he is seeking aesthetic fulfillment, which is associated with appreciating beauty and art.

Question 10

Jell-O uses the slogan,"There's always room for Jell-O." To which theory of motivation is this slogan most relevant?

Accepted Answer

The slogan "There's always room for Jell-O" appeals to the incentive theory of motivation, which suggests that behavior is motivated by a desire for external rewards or incentives. In this case, the slogan implies that regardless of how much one has eaten, the desire or incentive for the pleasure of eating Jell-O can motivate one to make room for it.

Question 11

Things that attract or lure people to action are ________.

Accepted Answer

Incentives are things that motivate or encourage people to take action. They can be in the form of rewards or benefits, such as money, recognition, or a sense of accomplishment. Instincts and stimuli may also play a role in motivating people, but incentives are specifically designed to attract people to take a particular action. Bait is a type of incentive, but is not as generalizable as the option of "incentives."

Question 12

Michael has trained very long hours in order to qualify for the Olympics in diving.He has sacrificed a great deal as he put his education on hold and spent a lot of time away from his 2 small children and wife.To Michael,qualifying for the Olympics is a(n)________.

Accepted Answer

An incentive is a goal or reward that motivates individuals to engage in certain behaviors or activities. In this scenario, qualifying for the Olympics is an incentive for Michael as he has sacrificed a lot and put his education on hold to achieve this goal.

Question 13

Jack,compared to most other people,appears to need a high level of arousal.He enjoys doing potentially life-threatening hobbies such as skydiving,swimming with sharks,and bungee jumping from bridges.Jack is likely to be ________.

Accepted Answer

Jack's behavior suggests that he is seeking high levels of stimulation and excitement, which is a characteristic of sensation seeking. This does not necessarily mean that he is showing off, mentally unstable, or unhealthy, as many people who engage in extreme sports and activities are able to do so safely and with proper precautions.

Question 14

Which of the following shows a focus on the lowest of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

Accepted Answer

Mark's focus on making more money and providing security for his family demonstrates a focus on physiological and safety needs, which are the lowest levels of Maslow's hierarchy of needs.

Question 15

One interesting thing about incentive approaches is that incentives ________.

Accepted Answer

Incentives are external stimuli that exist independently of any need or level of arousal. They are offered to motivate individuals to engage in a desired behavior or activity. However, it is important to note that not all people are incentivized in the same way and what may be a motivating incentive for one person may not be for another.

Question 16

Bill has felt isolated and an like "outsider" since coming to college for his freshman year.As a result,he decided to join a fraternity and was very excited when he was selected to pledge.According to Maslow,Bill may be attempting to meet the need of ________.

Accepted Answer

Maslow's hierarchy of needs places belonging and social connections as a fundamental need for humans. Bill's desire to join a fraternity and feel accepted by the group is an attempt to meet this need. The other options, freedom, transcendence, and physiology, do not relate to Bill's motivation to join the fraternity.

Question 17

Which of the following is a criticism of Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

Accepted Answer

Maslow's hierarchy of needs has been criticized for lacking scientific support. While it is widely known and used in psychology, there is not much empirical evidence to support it, and it has been suggested that the hierarchy may vary depending on cultural and individual factors.

Question 18

Maslow's work has had an impact on the field of ________.

Accepted Answer

Maslow's theory of hierarchy of needs has been applied in management and organizational behavior to understand employee motivation, job satisfaction, and leadership styles.

Question 19

What is one of the criticisms of Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

Accepted Answer

Maslow's hierarchy suggests that lower needs must be satisfied before higher needs, but in reality, some individuals may achieve higher-level needs like self-actualization even if their lower-level needs are not fully met.

Question 20

Indiana Jones goes off to foreign lands in search of artifacts hidden in dangerous places and guarded by fierce protectors.Dr.Jones would be described as ________ in arousal theory.

Accepted Answer

According to arousal theory, sensation seekers are individuals who seek out thrilling and exciting experiences, such as risky or adventurous activities. Indiana Jones fits this description as he actively seeks out dangerous adventures in foreign lands in search of ancient artifacts.

Quiz 9: Motivation, Stress, and Emotion