Question 1

The cognitive theories of motivation assume that individuals are constantly aware of
important elements in their work environment and that motivation is determined by a
conscious processing of the information received.

Accepted Answer

Cognitive theories of motivation emphasize conscious processing of information and awareness of environmental factors in determining motivation.

Question 2

The expectancy theory of motivation led to the development of job enrichment.

Accepted Answer

The expectancy theory of motivation, developed by Victor Vroom, focuses on the relationship between effort, performance, and outcomes, while job enrichment, developed by Frederick Herzberg, involves redesigning jobs to enhance motivation by adding meaningful tasks and responsibilities.

Question 3

Compare and contrast fixed and variable interval and ratio schedules of reinforcement, providing examples of each.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Compare and contrast fixed and variable interval...

Question 4

According to expectancy theory, underpayment inequity occurs when valence is less than
expectancy.

Accepted Answer

Underpayment inequity occurs when an individual perceives that the ratio of their inputs to outcomes is less than that of a comparison other, not when valence is less than expectancy. Expectancy theory focuses on the relationship between effort, performance, and outcomes, where valence refers to the value of the rewards.

Question 5

Explain the distinction between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation. How could each be influenced in workers?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain the distinction between extrinsic and intrinsic...

Question 6

List and describe factors other than motivation that affect worker performance.
CHAPTER 9 : Positive Employee Attitudes and Behaviors

Accepted Answer

The answer of List and describe factors other than motivation...

Question 7

Instrumentality is defined as the perceived relationship between individual effort and the
performance of a behavior.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Instrumentality is defined as the perceived relationship...

Question 8

Increasing salary is a job enrichment strategy.

Accepted Answer

Increasing salary is not a job enrichment strategy. Job enrichment involves providing employees with more challenging and meaningful work, allowing for greater decision-making and autonomy, and increasing opportunities for personal and professional development. Salary increases may be a part of overall compensation and rewards, but they do not necessarily enrich the job itself.

Question 9

Expectancy theory and equity theory are cognitive theories of motivation.

Accepted Answer

Expectancy theory and equity theory both focus on how individuals perceive and make judgments about their work and outcomes, and how this influences their motivation to perform. They are both considered cognitive theories of motivation.

Question 10

According to the job characteristics model, the motivating potential score (MPS) will be
equal to zero if feedback is absent.

Accepted Answer

According to the job characteristics model, the MPS is calculated using five core job characteristics, including feedback. If feedback is absent, the MPS will be lowered, but not necessarily equal to zero.

Question 11

Describe the expectancy theory of motivation.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Describe the expectancy theory of motivation....

Question 12

Describe the job characteristics model.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Describe the job characteristics model....

Question 13

According to equity theory, workers who perceive themselves as overpaid may work harder to justify the overpayment.

Accepted Answer

Equity theory suggests that individuals who perceive themselves as overpaid might increase their effort at work to restore equity, feeling obligated to justify their higher compensation.

Question 14

Explain Herzberg's two-factor theory and how organizations might use it to increase the
motivation of their employees.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain Herzberg's two-factor theory and how organizations...

Question 15

Describe goal-setting theory, and how it may be applied in an organization.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Describe goal-setting theory, and how it may...

Question 16

Describe McClelland's achievement motivation theory. How does the theory measure individual motivation?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Describe McClelland's achievement motivation theory. How does...

Question 17

Growth need strength is defined as the need and desire for personal growth on the job.

Accepted Answer

Growth need strength refers to the motivation and drive to seek out opportunities for personal and professional development in the workplace. This can include actions like seeking out additional training or education, taking on new responsibilities, or pursuing career advancement.

Question 18

Describe the possible behaviors of workers experiencing underpayment and overpayment inequity.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Describe the possible behaviors of workers experiencing...

Question 19

According to the job characteristics model, autonomy and feedback are necessary but not
sufficient conditions for motivating potential in a job.

Accepted Answer

The job characteristics model also includes skill variety, task identity, and task significance as necessary conditions for motivating potential in a job.

Question 20

There is a direct relationship between motivation and work performance.

Accepted Answer

The answer of There is a direct relationship between motivation...

Quiz 8: Motivation

The cognitive theories of motivation assume that individuals are constantly aware of important elements in their work environment and that motivation is determined by a conscious processing of the information received.

The expectancy theory of motivation led to the development of job enrichment.

Compare and contrast fixed and variable interval and ratio schedules of reinforcement, providing examples of each.

According to expectancy theory, underpayment inequity occurs when valence is less than expectancy.

Explain the distinction between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation. How could each be influenced in workers?

List and describe factors other than motivation that affect worker performance. CHAPTER 9 : Positive Employee Attitudes and Behaviors

Instrumentality is defined as the perceived relationship between individual effort and the performance of a behavior.