Question 1

Self-actualization refers to the desire to be respected by one's peers, feeling important, and being appreciated.

Accepted Answer

Self-actualization refers to the highest level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which is characterized by the desire for self-fulfillment and personal growth. It is not directly related to the desire for respect or appreciation from others.

Question 2

Once physiological needs are satisfied, people tend to become concerned about self-actualization.

Accepted Answer

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, once physiological needs are satisfied, the next level of needs that individuals aim to satisfy are safety needs, followed by love and belonging, esteem, and finally self-actualization at the top of the hierarchy.

Question 3

Among the need-based approaches to motivation, the ERG theory states that individuals acquire three types of needs as a result of their life experiences.

Accepted Answer

The ERG theory, developed by Clayton Alderfer, categorizes human needs into three groups: Existence, Relatedness, and Growth, rather than stating that individuals acquire these needs through life experiences.

Question 4

In the ERG theory, existence need corresponds to Maslow's physiological and safety needs.

Accepted Answer

According to ERG theory, existence needs refer to the basic needs for physiological and safety requirements, which is similar to Maslow's physiological and safety needs.

Question 5

An employee who is trying to satisfy his social needs may resent being praised by upper management in front of peers if the praise sets him apart from the rest of the group.

Accepted Answer

When someone's social needs are in focus, they tend to prioritize their sense of belonging and acceptance within the group. Being singled out for praise could make them feel like they are standing out in a negative way, leading to resentment towards both management and peers.

Question 6

ERG theory of Clayton Alderfer is the same as Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory.

Accepted Answer

ERG theory, proposed by Clayton Alderfer, condenses Maslow's five levels of needs into three categories: Existence, Relatedness, and Growth, offering a more flexible approach in understanding employee motivation.

Question 7

Individuals high in need for achievement are well suited to positions such as sales, where there are explicit goals and feedback is immediately available.

Accepted Answer

Individuals with a high need for achievement seek out challenges and are motivated by achieving specific goals. Sales positions often involve setting and achieving specific sales targets, which provides immediate feedback on performance and can be highly motivating for individuals with a high need for achievement.

Question 8

The implication of the ERG theory is that we need to recognize which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The ERG theory proposes that individuals have multiple needs that can drive their behavior at any given moment, and it is important for managers to recognize and address these needs to effectively motivate their employees. Understanding group behaviors, job design, and reward systems are also important aspects of motivation, but the primary implication of the ERG theory is the recognition of multiple needs.

Question 9

An employee who is trying to satisfy her safety needs may feel gratified when her supervisor praises her.

Accepted Answer

Safety needs refer to a person's need for physical safety and security, such as protection from harm and danger. The satisfaction of safety needs would involve things like job security, a safe work environment, and health insurance. Praise from a supervisor would fall under the category of social needs, which involve the need for love, affection, belonging, and recognition from others.

Question 10

Having the skills and knowledge required to perform the job is called _____________.
Section 1: Need-Based Theories of Motivation

Accepted Answer

The answer of Having the skills and knowledge required to...

Question 11

Providing generous benefits, including health insurance and company-sponsored retirement plans, as well as offering a measure of job security, will help satisfy physiological needs.

Accepted Answer

Physiological needs refer to basic human requirements for survival, such as food, water, and shelter. Health insurance, retirement plans, and job security are more aligned with safety and security needs in Maslow's hierarchy, not physiological needs.

Question 12

Someone who is frustrated by the growth opportunities in his job and progress toward career goals may regress to relatedness needs and start spending more time socializing with one's coworkers, is an example of relatedness in the ERG theory.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Someone who is frustrated by the growth...

Question 13

Those who have a high need for affiliation have a strong need to be successful.

Accepted Answer

Those who have a high need for affiliation have a strong need for social connections and relationships, rather than just success. Success may be important to them in order to gain approval and acceptance from their social groups, but it is not the primary motivator.

Question 14

Physiological needs refer to the need for:

Accepted Answer

Physiological needs are the most basic and essential needs for human survival, including air, food, and water. Safety needs (B) refer to the need for security, stability, and protection from physical and emotional harm. Love and belonging needs (C) refer to the need for social connections, friendships, and relationships. Esteem needs (D) refer to the need for recognition, respect, and self-esteem.

Question 15

Those who are high in need for achievement may view managerial activities such as coaching, communicating, and meeting with subordinates as necessary.

Accepted Answer

Those who are high in need for achievement tend to focus on task-oriented activities such as setting goals, planning, and monitoring progress towards objectives rather than on managerial activities such as coaching and communicating with subordinates.

Question 16

Need for power is viewed as important for effectiveness in managerial and leadership positions.

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that individuals who have a high need for power are more likely to seek out and succeed in managerial and leadership roles, as they are motivated by the desire to control and influence others. However, it is important for leaders to balance their need for power with a concern for the well-being of their employees and the organization as a whole.

Question 17

Regarding motivation, there are four major theories in the need-based category and they include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The three major theories in the need-based category are Maslow's hierarchy of needs, ERG theory, and Herzberg's dual factor theory. "Required needs theory" is not a recognized theory in the field of motivation.

Question 18

Motivation is the intention of achieving a goal, leading to goal-directed behavior.

Accepted Answer

Motivation involves having a specific goal in mind and engaging in behaviors that will help to achieve that goal.

Question 19

Need-based theories describe motivated behavior as team efforts to meet needs.

Accepted Answer

Need-based theories of motivation focus on individual needs and how the fulfillment of these needs motivates behavior, rather than specifically describing motivated behavior as team efforts.

Question 20

Providing promotion opportunities at work, recognizing a person's accomplishments verbally or through more formal reward systems, job titles that communicate to the employee that one achieved high status within the organization are among the ways of satisfying:

Accepted Answer

Esteem needs include the desire for recognition, achievement, and respect from others. Providing promotion opportunities, recognizing accomplishments verbally or through rewards, and job titles that communicate high status within the organization all contribute to fulfilling an individual's esteem needs.

Quiz 13: Motivating Employees