Understanding Workforce Motivation

What is meant by motivation in the context of a workforce?

• The process of hiring new employees

• The reasons or goals that drive individuals to act in a certain way

• The method of training employees

• The evaluation of employee performance

Which of the following is a benefit of a motivated workforce?

• Increased absenteeism

• Higher productivity

• Lower job satisfaction

• Increased employee turnover

Who is associated with the scientific management theory of motivation?

• E. Mayo

• A. Maslow

• F.W. Taylor

• F. Herzberg

What is the main focus of E. Mayo's human relations theory?

• Financial incentives

• Employee training

• Social needs and relationships

• Job design

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which need is at the top of the pyramid?

• Safety needs

• Esteem needs

• Self-actualisation

• Physiological needs

What are the two factors in Herzberg's two-factor theory?

• Hygiene factors and motivators

• Financial and non-financial incentives

• Internal and external motivators

• Primary and secondary needs

Which theory is associated with V. Vroom, L. Porter, and E. Lawler?

• Expectancy theory

• Hierarchy of needs

• Scientific management

• Two-factor theory

Which of the following is a financial method of motivation?

• Job rotation

• Consultation

• Commission

• Team working

What is meant by 'piece rate' in financial motivation methods?

• A fixed salary paid monthly

• Payment based on the number of units produced

• A bonus given annually

• Profit sharing among employees

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

• Profit sharing

• Share ownership

• Job enrichment

• Bonus