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One of the features of unorganised sector is.
labour
migration
wages
without pay labour
There should be no________ the process of division of labour.
Specialisation
Exploitation
Equality
Unequality
The Minimum Wages Act was passed to:
Give everyone a wage
To protect the rights of the workers
To protect workers from exploitation
Both answer options 2&3
Passing of laws are not enough. One must ensure
enforcement of laws
Inspection of work
sites
Punish those who violate laws
All of the above
Right Against Exploitation
permits owners to exploit their workers
permits the workers to take a minimum wage
is not an example of the government interfering in the lives of the workers
is an act that does not allow exploitation of people in any form
The Bhopal gas Tragedy saw the
end to workers rights
end to government interference in workers lives
the beginning of an awareness about environmental concerns
the end to workers miserable conditions
The Minimum Wages Act introduced on
1948
1942
1925
1952
The Minimum Wages Act, 1948 ,lays down for fixation of
A minimum time rate of wages
A minimum piece rate
A guaranteed time rate
All of the above
As per the minimum wages act -1948, Every employer shall maintain registers and other records of employees regarding the
Details of employees
Nature of work performed by them
Wages paid to them
All of the above
As per the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, Inspectors can
enter at all reasonable hours, any premises for examining registers, records of wages, etc
examine any person.
seize relevant records in respect of an offense.
All of the above
Picking fruit requires no skills or training. This type of job falls under the category of...
unskilled labor
semi-skilled labor
skilled labor
professional labor
A yard and lawn landscaper requires enough mechanical skill or training to run a lawn mower. This type of job falls under the category of...
unskilled labor
semi-skilled labor
skilled labor
professional labor
A carpenter is able to operate complex machinery and can perform their job with little supervision. This type of job falls under the category of...
unskilled labor
semi-skilled labor
skilled labor
professional labor
A computer programmer writing software has the highest levels of education. This type of job falls under the category of...
unskilled labor
semi-skilled labor
skilled labor
professional labor
A family in which both spouses are employed.
codependency
dual-career family
job sharing
multiple roles
Two or more roles, such as work and family roles, being filled by one person
dual-career family
priorities
multiple roles
codependency
A list of items or tasks that have been ranked in order of importance.
flextime
schedule
tasks
priorities
Two people divide the work responsibilities of one job, each working on a part-time basis.
codependency
dual-career position
teamwork
job sharing
Employees set their own work schedules within certain company terms.
flextime
multiple roles
part-time
at-will employee
Employees may work four-day, 40-hour workweeks within 10-hour workdays.
4/10
part-time
overtime
flexible workweek
Flexible work arrangements increase employee satisfaction, but decrease productivity.
True
False
Telecommuting means two people divide the work responsibilities of one job.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT part of a flexible work arrangement?
Core hours
An 8-to-5 work schedule
Telecommuting
Job Sharing
Work rewards and responsibilities should be balanced with those of personal and family life.
True
False
1. Why is an understanding of motivational theories important to managers?
Motivational theories help managers to understand the factors that lead higher levels of employee performance in an organization.
Motivational theories help managers to better understand how to create a structure of fear and punishment in order to make employees perform better.
Motivational theories help managers to better understand how to best manipulate their employees to get them to do what they want them to do.
Motivational theories are not necessary, employees are expected to execute their tasks as outlined in their job description.
1. All of the following are motivational theories, except:
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
McGregor’s Theory X and Theory Y
Herzberg’s Two Factor Theory
Social Systems theory
Goal-Setting Theory
Which of the following best describes Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs theory of workplace motivation?
When an employee has satisfied a need associated with a level, he/ she can still return and be motivated by the need of that lower level again.
The complex needs are fulfilled at the lower level and the very basic needs are fulfilled at the upper level.
There are five levels of needs that influence employee motivation and by extension, their performance on the job. Needs ranked from basic to complex.
There are four levels of needs that influence employee motivation and by extension, their performance on the job. Needs ranked from basic to complex.
Ms. Newman is a recruiter who offers Kerissa a Programme Manager position at her faculty. Kerissa says that she is honoured to have the opportunity to take on a management position but she will be unable to take the position unless she is given an annual opportunity to attend training to improve her performance. The training opportunity that she is asking for is an example of _____.
A factor that can reduce job dissatisfaction and performance.
An intrinsic factor of motivation that can lead to improved performance.
A demand on the organization that can lead to improved performance.
An extrinsic factor of motivation that can lead to improved performance.
How does Frederick Herzberg's Two-Factor Model of workplace motivation affect employee performance?
Employees will choose their level of effort based on perceived rewards they may receive.
There are certain factors of an employee's job that are associated with satisfaction and different factors that are associated with dissatisfaction. Providing the intrinsic factors leads to job satisfaction.
There are certain factors of an employee's job that are associated with satisfaction and different factors that are associated with dissatisfaction.Improving the extrinsic factors leads to job satisfaction.
Employees need to have both intrinsic and extrinsic factors satisfied to achieve job satisfaction.
How can the expectancy theory be used to explain the relationship between employee motivation and performance ?
Any type of reward will encourage employees to put forth more effort.
An employee will be motivated to put forth higher levels of effort if he/ she is of the belief that it will bring about increased performance and rewards that are of value to him/ her.
An employee will be motivated to put forth higher levels of effort if he/ she is of the belief that it will bring about higher pay levels.
An employee will be motivated to put forth higher levels of effort if he/ she is of the belief that it will bring about more praise from his/ her supervisor.
Which of the following best describes how the equity theory affects employee performance?
Due to the fact that Joanne's financial needs are met, her motivation comes from opportunities for personal growth as opposed to financial incentives.
Due to the fact that Samara has been told that there will be a vacancy for a management position in her department soon, she is putting in extra effort at work.
In the MGMT 6206 group, Kerissa is assigned to a group with four colleagues and gives very little input since they will only be assessed based on their performance as a group.
Correne and Candice work for the same salary but Correne is of the view that she puts out more effort than Candice, so Correne becomes demotivated and her level of performance declines.
According to the goal setting theory, identify the elements that are needed in order to achieve optimal employee performance:
Clarity
Challenge
Employee commitment
Feedback
All answers are correct
1. Which of these answers best demonstrate positive employee motivation and reward?
Disciplinary action - as a first response.
Ignoring good behavior.
Showing appreciation for good performance.
Rewarding an employee whether or not they perform well on the job.
A company’s main goal is to be successful and thus profitable. What is the relationship between motivation, rewards, productivity and profitability?
No relationship.
Rewards boosts motivation, which will increase productivity and hence profitability.
Although rewards may boost motivation it is not related to the business’ profitability.
Motivation and rewards boosts productivity but not profitability
What could happen in terms of productivity, if employees are not motivated or rewarded?
The company will be successful.
The company’s clientele will significantly increase.
Staff will lack interest in their work and there will be a visible decrease in morale.
Nothing would happen.
Would the reward of an amazon gift card motivate you to perform at your best on this quiz?
Yes
No
1. What are employee reward programs?
Employee reward programs refer to strategies set up by a company to reward performance and motivate employees on individual and/or group levels.
Employee reward programs refer to the remuneration (salary) that is given to employees on a monthly basis.
Employee reward programs refer to the strategies that are set up by a company to motivate employees, despite their levels of performance.
Employee reward programs refer to the strategies that are set up by a company for employees to compete against each other.
All of the following are examples of reward strategies that can be employed by managers to reward employees except:
Open- book management
Employee recognition
Pay- for performance
Private investments
Employee recognition is an example of a reward strategy that can be employed by managers. This strategy is geared towards rewarding employees by showing them appreciation for a job well done, this can take the form of :
Public recognition
Private recognition
Monetary rewards
Promotions
All of the answers are correct
How can managers and by extension institutions benefit from motivating employees with suitable reward strategies?
Increased employee engagement
Reduced labour turnover
Improved job performance
All of the answers are correct
Which of the following is not an example of a pay- for – performance reward program that is used by managers?
Lump sum bonuses
Peer recognition
Wage incentive plans
Profit sharing
Piece- rate pay plans
Candice's principal presented her with the school's financial accounts and explained to her that her department of teachers has exceeded the annual photocopying budget. Candice was told that if her department could cut back on photocopies, the extra money would go towards the purchase of laptops and mini projectors for each teacher. This strategy is an example of that type of reward system?
Pay- for- performance
Employee recognition
Open - book system
Verbal praise
What impact does motivating and rewarding employees have on employee productivity?
Positive: Increase in job satisfaction and in turn productivity
Positive: Motivation and rewards triggers communication.
Negative: Motivation and rewards do not facilitate employee engagement.
Negative: Encourage poor work attitudes and boost negative competition.
By (a) employees to properly perform the tasks they are assigned, management can maximize the firm’s value.
One implication of the Hawthorne studies is that
workers can be motivated by receiving:
attention
money
stock
bonuses
profit sharing
Social interaction and acceptance by others are
examples of:
physiological needs
esteem needs.
safety needs.
social needs.
self-actualization needs.
According to Herzberg, employees are commonly
most satisfied when offered:
adequate supervision
adequate salary
recognition
job security
safe working conditions
A supervisor who believes in McGregor’s Theory Y
will likely monitor employees closely to ensure that
their work is completed.
True
False
According to (a) theory, the probability of an individual acting in a particular way depends on the strength of that individual’s belief that the act will have a
particular outcome and on whether the individual values that outcome
(a) theory suggests that employee satisfaction depends on the perceived ratio of inputs to outputs.
Which is not the limitation of Goal-setting Theory?
Overly narrow goals
Overly challenging goals
Learning Opportunities
internal competition
Decreased intrinsic motivation
Negative reinforcement motivates employees by encouraging them to behave in a manner that avoids unfavorable consequences.
True
False
An employee involvement program that periodically moves individuals from one job assignment to another is:
job enlargement
job enrichment
job rotation
job sharing
flextime
Are you motivated more in studying by intrinsic rewards (satisfaction, sense of accomplishment, etc.) or by extrinsic rewards (money, bonuses, etc.)?
Intrinsic rewards
Extrinsic rewards
Payment received by the employee because success in achieving the organization target is called __________.
salary
wages
incentive
benefits
Below are the objectives of remuneration systems EXCEPT:
Identify training needs for specific employees
Attract employees to work in the organization
Retain efficient employees
Establish a simple system that is easy to administer
Wages that paid for a set period of work on an hourly, weekly or monthly basis is called piece related system.
TRUE
FALSE
Faiz is a new chef in Kuali's Kitchen Restaurant. However, his salary is higher than Kamarul, the senior waiter who already work 4 years in the same restaurant.
Why do you think Faiz get higher salary compared to Kamarul?
seniority
increase cost of living
degree of skill
Listed below are the statutory benefits for staff EXCEPT:
maternity leave
national day
health care
annual leave
To become effective, the rewards scheme must be attractive to the employee because _________.
it can increase employee's motivation
it can create a harmonious relationship between employer and employee
it can helps to reduce employment cost
it can give good reputation for the company
It is compulsory for the employer to provide educational assistance for its employee.
TRUE
FALSE
It is not compulsory for the employer to give marriage leave benefits for its employee.
TRUE
FALSE
Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is a compulsory contribution by the employer to the employee under the act.
TRUE
FALSE
