Management Quiz

Who proposed the Hierarchy of Needs theory?

• Frederick Herzberg

• Abraham Maslow

• Douglas McGregor

• Elton Mayo

Answer explanation

Abraham Maslow proposed the Hierarchy of Needs theory.

What is the highest level in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?

• Safety Needs

• Esteem Needs

• Self Actualisation

• Love and Belonging

Answer explanation

The highest level in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is Self Actualisation.

Which theory focuses on hygiene factors and motivators?

• Expectancy Theory

• Equity Theory

• Herzberg's Two Factor Theory

• Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

Answer explanation

Herzberg's Two Factor Theory focuses on hygiene factors and motivators in the workplace.

According to McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y, which type of manager believes employees are lazy and need supervision?

• Theory X

• Theory Y

Answer explanation

According to McGregor's Theory X, managers believe employees are lazy and need supervision, making Theory X the correct choice.

What does HR stand for in the context of business management?

• High Risk

• Human Resources

• Heavy Regulations

• Health and Recreation

Answer explanation

In the context of business management, HR stands for Human Resources, which focuses on managing employees within an organization.

Which HR function is responsible for hiring new employees?

• Training and Development

• Compensation and Benefits

• Recruitment and Selection

• Employee Relations

Answer explanation

Recruitment and Selection is responsible for hiring new employees.

What is the purpose of a performance appraisal?

• To provide feedback on an employee's job performance

• To calculate annual leave

Answer explanation

The purpose of a performance appraisal is to provide feedback on an employee's job performance.

Which psychologist is known for developing the hierarchy of needs?

• Sigmund Freud

• Abraham Maslow

• Carl Rogers

• B.F. Skinner

Answer explanation

Abraham Maslow is known for developing the hierarchy of needs.

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

• Safety

• Love/Belonging

• Self Actualisation

• Esteem

Answer explanation

The highest level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs is Self Actualisation.

Which theory suggests that there are two factors that influence motivation: hygiene factors and motivators?

• McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y

• Vroom's Expectancy Theory

• Herzberg's Two Factor Theory

• Alderfer's ERG Theory

Answer explanation

Herzberg's Two Factor Theory suggests that there are two factors that influence motivation: hygiene factors and motivators.