Question 1

Analyze the factors that influence the decisions regarding who does the performance appraisal and at what frequency the appraisal is conducted.

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The answer of Analyze the factors that influence the decisions...

Question 2

Match the following:
-360-degree feedback
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

360-degree feedback involves collecting performance feedback from multiple sources, including peers, subordinates, and supervisors, providing a comprehensive view of an employee's work behaviors.

Question 3

Edwin Locke's expanded model of goal-setting theory assumes that goal-directed behavior is a function of four goal attributes. Define these attributes and discuss how they relate to motivated work behaviors.

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Question 4

Match the following:
-goal specificity
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

Goal specificity refers to the clarity and precision of the goals.

Question 5

Match the following:
-reward system
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following:
-reward system
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary...

Question 6

Discuss the various uses for performance measurement information. Which do you think performance measurement information is best suited for? List your reasons.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Discuss the various uses for performance measurement...

Question 7

Match the following:
-merit pay plan
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

Merit pay plans involve raises based on performance, where employees receive additional compensation for their contributions and achievements.

Question 8

Match the following:
-goal difficulty
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

Goal difficulty refers to how challenging and effortful a goal is to achieve.

Question 9

Match the following:
-benefits
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following:
-benefits
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to...

Question 10

Discuss the issues that arise when developing a compensation package for expatriate employees. What issues must managers be sure to address?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Discuss the issues that arise when developing...

Question 11

Match the following:
-management by objectives
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following:
-management by objectives
A)joint goal setting
B)skills...

Question 12

Match the following:
-goal-setting theory
109.	360-degree feedback
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following:
-goal-setting theory
109.	360-degree feedback
A)joint goal setting
B)skills...

Question 13

Review the advantages and disadvantages of the MBO techniques. How would you promote their use in your organization?

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The answer of Review the advantages and disadvantages of the...

Question 14

Match the following:
-self-efficacy
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

Self-efficacy refers to an individual's belief in their ability to reach a goal or complete a task successfully.

Question 15

Match the following:
-compensation package
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

A compensation package typically includes money, incentive systems, and benefits.

Question 16

Match the following:
-job performance feedback
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following:
-job performance feedback
A)joint goal setting
B)skills...

Question 17

Match the following:
-intrinsic and extrinsic rewards
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following:
-intrinsic and extrinsic rewards
A)joint goal...

Question 18

Match the following:
-positive support
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

Positive support in an organizational context refers to the support provided by the organization to its employees, which aligns with "organizational support."

Question 19

Match the following:
-incentive system
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following:
-incentive system
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary...

Question 20

Match the following:
-purpose of goals
A)joint goal setting
B)skills necessary to do a job
C)belief in ability to reach goal
D)allocating compensation based on contributions
E)primary use of appraisal information
F)evaluate an employee's work behaviors
G)framework for managing motivation
H)is challenging and requires effort
I)focuses on past performance
J)a desirable objective
K)organizational support
L)Edwin Locke
M)money, incentive systems, benefits
N)special privileges for selected members
O)indirect compensation
P)clarity and precision of the goals
Q)performance feedback from all sides
R)additional compensation for performance
S)results of performance
T)raises based on performance

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following:
-purpose of goals
A)joint goal setting
B)skills...

Quiz 6: Motivating Employee Performance Through Rewards

Analyze the factors that influence the decisions regarding who does the performance appraisal and at what frequency the appraisal is conducted.

Match the following: -360-degree feedback

Edwin Locke's expanded model of goal-setting theory assumes that goal-directed behavior is a function of four goal attributes. Define these attributes and discuss how they relate to motivated work behaviors.

Match the following: -goal specificity

Match the following: -reward system

Discuss the various uses for performance measurement information. Which do you think performance measurement information is best suited for? List your reasons.

Match the following: -merit pay plan

Match the following: -goal difficulty

Match the following: -benefits

Discuss the issues that arise when developing a compensation package for expatriate employees. What issues must managers be sure to address?

Match the following: -management by objectives

Match the following: -goal-setting theory 109. 360-degree feedback

Review the advantages and disadvantages of the MBO techniques. How would you promote their use in your organization?

Match the following: -self-efficacy

Match the following: -compensation package

Match the following: -job performance feedback

Match the following: -intrinsic and extrinsic rewards

Match the following: -positive support

Match the following: -incentive system

Match the following: -purpose of goals