Question 1

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs,once someone has fulfilled his social needs,he would then be motivated to meet his ________.
A)security needs
B)self-actualization needs
C)esteem needs
D)physiological needs
E)safety needs

Accepted Answer

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, after fulfilling social needs, an individual is motivated to meet esteem needs, which include self-esteem, recognition, and respect from others.

Question 2

When an individual leaves an organization to start up a company because the former did not provide room for the growth or development of his potential,Maslow's theory would predict that the individual is being motivated by ________.
A)self-actualization needs
B)esteem needs
C)social needs
D)security needs
E)physiological needs

Accepted Answer

Maslow's theory states that self-actualization needs are at the top of the hierarchy of needs, and are related to a person's desire to fulfill their potential and achieve personal growth. In this scenario, the individual is leaving because their current organization is not providing room for growth and development of their potential, which aligns with the self-actualization needs.

Question 3

In Maslow's hierarchy of needs,a social need ________.
A)relates to the individual's desire to be free from harm
B)is concerned with the desire for respect
C)includes the desire for love,companionship,and friendship
D)relates to the normal functioning of the body
E)refers to the desire to maximize whatever potential an individual possesses

Accepted Answer

A social need in Maslow's hierarchy of needs includes the desire for love, companionship, and friendship. This need is related to our interpersonal interactions and relationships with others. It is one of the foundational needs that must be met before an individual can move on to achieving higher levels of self-actualization.

Question 4

A well-known brand management company is emphasizing creating a sense of community within their organization via team-based projects and various cultural events to promote a friendly atmosphere.Under the given circumstance,which of the following of Maslow's hierarchy of needs is the company emphasizing?
A)self-actualization need
B)esteem need
C)physiological need
D)social need
E)security need

Accepted Answer

The company is emphasizing creating a sense of community within their organization through team-based projects and cultural events. This suggests that the company is focused on addressing the social need of employees, which is the need for social interaction, relationships, and a sense of belonging in the workplace.

Question 5

The personal and natural development of people to explain human needs is the primary focus of the ________.
A)Argyris's maturity-immaturity continuum
B)Alderfer's ERG theory
C)Vroom expectancy theory
D)Herzberg's two-factor theory
E)McClelland's acquired needs theory

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Henry Robert's phenomenal contribution to the project was recognized by his boss.Appreciating Robert's contribution,his boss promoted him to the position of team leader for their upcoming project and vested upon him the responsibility of heading a team of 15 members.In accordance with Maslow's hierarchy of needs,which of the following needs of Robert's has been satisfied?
A)social need
B)physiological need
C)esteem need
D)psychological need
E)security need

Accepted Answer

Robert's promotion to the position of team leader and recognition of his contribution satisfies his esteem need according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Esteem need refers to the desire for status, recognition, and respect from others, which Robert has received from his boss.

Question 7

Which of the following behaviors is an attempt to relieve tension and frustration on the part of an employee who lacks motivation due to unsatisfied needs?
A)greater efficiency
B)increased aggression
C)increased productivity
D)competitive behavior
E)reduced absenteeism

Accepted Answer

Increased aggression is a common behavior displayed by employees who lack motivation due to unsatisfied needs as they try to relieve tension and frustration. This behavior may manifest in different ways such as verbal abuse, physical violence, or passive-aggressive behavior. It is important for managers to address the underlying causes of the aggression and provide support and motivation to the employee.

Question 8

According to Argyris' continuum,as individuals progress from immaturity to maturity,they ________.
A)indulge in more activities
B)have a short-term perspective
C)have casual and shallow interests
D)stay in a state of dependence
E)remain passive

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to Argyris' continuum,as individuals progress from...

Question 9

According to Maslow,if an individual is driven to get respect from others,the person is being motivated by the ________.
A)self-actualization needs
B)esteem needs
C)social needs
D)security needs
E)physiological needs

Accepted Answer

Maslow's hierarchy of needs identifies five types of needs in a hierarchical order, with esteem needs being the fourth level. Esteem needs refer to the desire for respect, appreciation, and recognition from others. Self-actualization needs refer to the desire to achieve one's full potential, social needs refer to the desire for companionship and belonging, security needs refer to the desire for safety and stability, and physiological needs refer to the basic needs for food, water, and shelter.

Question 10

In Alderfer's ERG theory,which of the following refers to the need for physical wellbeing?
A)relatedness need
B)esteem need
C)existence need
D)growth need
E)goal need

Accepted Answer

Existence need refers to the need for physical wellbeing, such as food, water, shelter, and safety. Relatedness need refers to the need for social interaction and acceptance, esteem need refers to the need for recognition and success, growth need refers to the need for personal development and self-actualization, while goal need is not part of Alderfer's ERG theory.

Question 11

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs,a person's desire to be accepted by others is reflected by the ________.
A)esteem need
B)social need
C)security need
D)physiological need
E)self- actualization need

Accepted Answer

Maslow's hierarchy of needs places the need for social interaction and acceptance at the third level - the social need. This is after the physiological and safety needs and before the esteem and self-actualization needs.

Question 12

In a non-profit public setting of a high school,a principal who strives to outdo her predecessors and become the best principal possible would be satisfying his ________.
A)psychological needs
B)esteem needs
C)social needs
D)self-actualization needs
E)physiological needs

Accepted Answer

Self-actualization needs refer to the need for personal growth, achieving one's potential, and fulfilling one's purpose. In this scenario, the principal's desire to be the best possible principal and outdo their predecessors suggests a desire for personal growth and achievement, which aligns with self-actualization needs.

Question 13

Which of the following theories was developed to counter the criticisms of and expand on Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
A)Argyris's maturity-immaturity continuum
B)Porter-Lawler theory of motivation
C)Vroom expectancy theory
D)Alderfer's ERG theory
E)McClelland's acquired needs theory

Accepted Answer

Alderfer's ERG theory was developed to counter the criticisms of, and expand on, Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Alderfer's theory condensed Maslow's five levels of needs into three categories: existence, relatedness, and growth. This theory also allows for the satisfaction of lower-level needs to overlap with the pursuit of higher-level needs.

Question 14

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs has been criticized because ________.
A)it is questionable whether human needs can be arranged in such a hierarchy
B)the model is too complicated
C)no one ever reaches self-actualization
D)research suggests that esteem needs should be above all other needs
E)it is too objective a description of human needs

Accepted Answer

There is debate over the validity of arranging human needs in a hierarchy, as people's needs and priorities can vary greatly based on cultural, societal, and individual factors.

Question 15

In Alderfer's ERG theory,the need for continuing personal development refers to the ________.
A)growth need
B)emotional need
C)existence need
D)relatedness need
E)esteem need

Accepted Answer

The need for continuing personal development falls under Alderfer's growth need category, which refers to an individual's desire for personal growth and development, including the realization of their full potential and the desire to learn new skills and knowledge.

Question 16

A self-actualization need ________.
A)relates to the normal functioning of the body
B)reflects a person's desire to be accepted by others
C)relates to the individual's desire to be free from harm,including both bodily and economic disaster
D)refers to the desire to maximize whatever potential an individual possesses
E)is divided into self-respect and respect from others

Accepted Answer

Self-actualization need refers to an individual's desire to maximize whatever potential they possess. It is a desire to become the best possible version of oneself, to achieve personal growth and fulfillment. This need is considered the highest level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs.

Question 17

The ________ need of Maslow's hierarchy of needs relates to the individual's desire to be free from harm,including both bodily and economic disaster.
A)security
B)social
C)physiological
D)esteem
E)self- actualization

Accepted Answer

The security need in Maslow's hierarchy of needs pertains to an individual's desire for safety and freedom from harm or danger, including physical as well as financial security. This need involves the need for protection from potential physical and economic threats, such as accidents, illnesses, job loss, and emotional harm. Therefore, option A) security is the correct choice.

Question 18

The ________ need of Maslow's hierarchy of needs is generally divided into two categories: self-respect and respect from others.
A)esteem
B)psychological
C)physiological
D)social
E)self-actualization

Accepted Answer

Esteem needs are the fourth level in Maslow's hierarchy and include the need for self-respect, achievement, confidence, and respect from others. This category is divided into two subcategories: the need for self-esteem (such as self-confidence, independence, and achievement) and the need for esteem from others (such as recognition, status, and respect from others).

Question 19

In Alderfer's ERG theory,the need for satisfying interpersonal relationships is the ________.
A)esteem need
B)existence need
C)growth need
D)emotional need
E)relatedness need

Accepted Answer

Alderfer's ERG theory categorizes human needs into three groups: existence, relatedness, and growth. The need for satisfying interpersonal relationships belongs to the relatedness need category. This need encompasses establishing meaningful and satisfying relationships with others, such as friends, family, and colleagues. Therefore, the best choice is E, relatedness need.

Question 20

Which of the following is a basic category of need identified by Clayton Alderfer in his ERG theory?
A)esteem,relatedness,and goal
B)existence,relatedness,and growth
C)existence,recognition,and growth
D)esteem,recognition,and goal
E)existence,relatedness,and goal

Accepted Answer

Clayton Alderfer's ERG theory identifies three basic categories of needs: Existence, Relatedness, and Growth. "Existence" needs involve the basic necessities of life such as food, shelter, and safety. "Relatedness" needs involve social and interpersonal relationships. "Growth" needs involve personal development and self-improvement. This categorization is different from Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which identifies five categories of needs.

Quiz 16: Motivation

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs,once someone has fulfilled his social needs,he would then be motivated to meet his ________.

When an individual leaves an organization to start up a company because the former did not provide room for the growth or development of his potential,Maslow's theory would predict that the individual is being motivated by ________.

In Maslow's hierarchy of needs,a social need ________.

The personal and natural development of people to explain human needs is the primary focus of the ________.

Which of the following behaviors is an attempt to relieve tension and frustration on the part of an employee who lacks motivation due to unsatisfied needs?

According to Argyris' continuum,as individuals progress from immaturity to maturity,they ________.

According to Maslow,if an individual is driven to get respect from others,the person is being motivated by the ________.

In Alderfer's ERG theory,which of the following refers to the need for physical wellbeing?

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs,a person's desire to be accepted by others is reflected by the ________.

In a non-profit public setting of a high school,a principal who strives to outdo her predecessors and become the best principal possible would be satisfying his ________.

Which of the following theories was developed to counter the criticisms of and expand on Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs has been criticized because ________.

In Alderfer's ERG theory,the need for continuing personal development refers to the ________.

A self-actualization need ________.

The ________ need of Maslow's hierarchy of needs relates to the individual's desire to be free from harm,including both bodily and economic disaster.

The ________ need of Maslow's hierarchy of needs is generally divided into two categories: self-respect and respect from others.

In Alderfer's ERG theory,the need for satisfying interpersonal relationships is the ________.

Which of the following is a basic category of need identified by Clayton Alderfer in his ERG theory?