McClelland's Human Motivation Theory Quiz

What are the three main driving motivators according to McClelland's Human Motivation Theory?

• The needs for achievement, affiliation, and power

• The needs for recognition, belonging, and control

• The needs for success, teamwork, and authority

• The needs for growth, socialization, and dominance

Which motivator is characterized by a strong need to set and accomplish challenging goals?

• Achievement

• Affiliation

• Power

• Recognition

Which motivator prefers collaboration over competition?

• Achievement

• Affiliation

• Power

• Belonging

Which motivator enjoys competition and winning?

• Achievement

• Affiliation

• Power

• Recognition

Which motivator wants to belong to the group?

• Achievement

• Affiliation

• Power

• Belonging

Which motivator likes to receive regular feedback on their progress and achievements?

• Achievement

• Affiliation

• Power

• Recognition

Which motivator wants to control and influence others?

• Achievement

• Affiliation

• Power

• Authority

Who developed the McClelland Theory of Motivation?

• David McClelland
• Douglas McGregor
• Abraham Maslow
• Frederick Herzberg

Which of the following is NOT one of the four types of motivational needs identified by David McClelland?

• Need for achievement

• Need for power

• Need for affiliation

• Need for recognition

What does the need for affiliation focus on?

• being independent and self-reliant
• avoiding social interactions
• establishing and maintaining friendly and close relationships with others
• focusing on personal achievements and success