Psychology: Theories of Motivation Quiz

What is the primary focus of motivation according to the instinct theory?

• Innate behaviors and genetic traits

• Biological and psychological needs

• External rewards and incentives

• Social and environmental factors

According to the drive reduction theory, what motivates individuals to take action?

• Seeking social approval

• Maintaining homeostasis

• Gaining external rewards

• Achieving personal goals

At what point does performance begin to decrease according to the arousal theory?

• When arousal is consistent

• When there is no arousal

• When arousal exceeds a certain point

• When arousal is too low

What is the first level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

• Safety needs

• Love and belonging

• Esteem needs

• Physiological needs

Which theory suggests that inconsistency between beliefs and behaviors causes discomfort?

• Instinct theory

• Arousal theory

• Cognitive dissonance theory

• Incentive theory

What role do incentives play in motivation according to the incentive theory?

• They are the primary source of motivation.

• They have no significant impact on motivation.

• They only motivate when aligned with intrinsic desires.

• They motivate behavior through external stimuli.

What type of motivation is longer lasting according to the video?

• Incentive-based motivation

• Achievement motivation

• Intrinsic motivation

• Extrinsic motivation

What does achievement motivation explain?

• The impact of social persuasion on motivation

• The role of physiological needs in motivation

• How people are motivated by external rewards

• Why people continue to strive after fulfilling basic needs

Which factor does NOT influence an individual's self-efficacy according to Albert Bandura?

• Past experiences

• Vicarious experiences

• Physiological feedback

• Intrinsic motivation

What is the main difference between self-efficacy and self-esteem?

• Self-efficacy can be measured, while self-esteem cannot.

• There is no significant difference between the two.

• Self-efficacy is about external achievements, while self-esteem is about internal beliefs.

• Self-efficacy is about one's belief in their abilities, while self-esteem is about respect for oneself.