Life Cycle and Motivation

What is a life cycle?

• The stages through which a living organism passes from birth to death.

• The sequence of steps in the manufacturing process.

• The stages a product goes through from development to decline.

• All of the above.

Which of the following is NOT a phase in the life cycle?

• Growth

• Introduction

• Convergence

• Decline

Which phase of the life cycle is characterized by peak performance and stability?

• Birth

• Growth

• Maturity

• Decline

In the context of motivation, what is intrinsic motivation?

• Motivation driven by external rewards.

• Motivation driven by internal satisfaction.

• Motivation to achieve power and influence.

• Motivation to avoid failure.

Which theory of motivation emphasizes autonomy, competence, and relatedness?

• Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

• Expectancy Theory

• Self-Determination Theory

• Equity Theory

According to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, which need is at the top of the pyramid?

• Physiological needs

• Safety needs

• Esteem needs

• Self-actualization

What type of motivation is primarily concerned with social connections and relationships?

• Achievement Motivation

• Power Motivation

• Affiliation Motivation

• Extrinsic Motivation

Which of the following is a characteristic of a project life cycle?

• The phases are static and do not change over time.

• The project life cycle ends at the growth phase.

• The life cycle includes initiation, planning, execution, and closure.

• All life cycles are the same, regardless of the project type.

Which principle of motivation is based on the idea that people are motivated by fairness in comparison to others?

• Equity Theory

• Expectancy Theory

• Self-Determination Theory

• Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

In which phase of the life cycle is an entity most likely to face increased competition and pressure to innovate?

• Introduction

• Growth

• Maturity

• Decline