Motivation and management quiz

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory, which of the following is a lower-order need?

• Self-actualization
• Esteem
• Safety
• Social

Which of the following does Herzberg's two-factor theory of motivation focus on?

• Hygiene Factors & Motivators

• Needs & Wants

• Promotions & Reward

• Mo money, mo problems

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Taylor's scientific management theory?

• It identifies "the best way" to do a job.

• It uses money as the main motivator.

• It helps people achieve self esteem needs

• It is best used in secondary sector/production jobs

Which of the following is NOT one of the main functions of management?

• Planning
• Organizing
• Controlling
• Motivating

Which of the following is a benefit of delegation?

• Allows the manager to assess the skills of their subordinates

• Reduces trust and increases apathy

• Allows the manager to avoid making difficult decisions

• Reduces the need for the manager to communicate with team members

Which of the following is the process of providing employees with the knowledge and skills needed to perform their job effectively?

• Recruitment
• Selection
• Management
• Training

What is a characteristic of democratic leadership?

• Encourages teamwork and collaboration

• Makes decisions without input from others

• Gives clear instructions and expects strict adherence

• Maintains strict control over employees

What is a characteristic of laissez-faire leadership?

• Provides clear guidance and direction to employees

• Provides minimal guidance and allows employees to make decisions

• Dictates policies and procedures without input from others

• Delegates tasks and responsibilities to team members

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using monetary rewards as a motivation tool?

• They increase job satisfaction

• Not everyone is motivated by money

• They are easy to implement

• They are always effective

Which of the following is a method of non-monetary motivation?

• Salary increase

• Sales Commission

• Job enrichment

• Bonus