Business & Industrial Psychology Quiz

How many motivational metaphors according to chapter 8?

• 2

• 3

• 4

Motivational traits questionnaire (MTQ) measure how many aspects of general motivation?

• 5

• 6

• 7

Behaviorism (or reinforcement theory) propose that behavior depends on 3 elements except

• Stimulus

• Emotional

• Response

• Reward

In equity theory, the rewards a person gets from a job are known as inputs.

• True

• False

In a workplace, an employee consistently demonstrates positive behavior, and in response, the manager regularly praises their efforts. This situation refers to positive reinforcement.

• True

• False

In the described dynamic work environment, the conscientious employee's consistent meeting of deadlines and pursuit of excellence is likely positively related to performance motivation, whereas the high neuroticism of the other employee may hinder their motivation due to anxiety and stress.

• True

• False

Early motivational theories, including Freud's, often rooted motivation in the concept of instincts, highlighting the influence of innate drives on behavior.

• True

• False

A reward that is presented every time a correct response occurs.

In a high-pressure work environment, an employee, armed with a deep-seated belief in their capabilities, confidently steps up to take on a complex project.

What term best describes the orientation of individuals who prefer competition over cooperation in the workplace, often striving to outperform their coworkers or peers?