Test Bank For Organizational Behavior Human Behavior at Work 14th Edition By John Newstrom
$22.00
Test Bank For Organizational Behavior Human Behavior at Work 14th Edition By John Newstrom
Chapter 5
Motivation
True/False Questions
1. Motivation originates from within an individual.
Ans: True
Page: 116
Difficulty: Easy
2. High expectations sometimes make it difficult for achievement-oriented managers to delegate effectively.
Ans: True
Page: 118-119
Difficulty: Medium
3. People with power motives work better when they are complimented for their favorable attitudes and cooperation.
Ans: False
Feedback: People with affiliation motives work better when they are complimented for their favorable attitudes and cooperation.
Page: 119
Difficulty: Medium
4. Managers with strong needs for affiliation are always the most effective.
Ans: False
Feedback: Managers with strong needs for affiliation may have difficulty being effective managers.
Page: 119
Difficulty: Medium
5. Power-motivated people make excellent managers if their drives are for personal power rather than institutional power.
Ans: False
Feedback: Power-motivated people make excellent managers if their drives are for institutional power instead of personal power.
Page: 119
Difficulty: Medium
6. The theories of Maslow, Herzberg, and Alderfer build on the distinction between primary and secondary needs.
Ans: True
Page: 121
Difficulty: Easy
7. Giving more of the same reward can have a diminishing impact on motivation.
Ans: True
Page: 122
Difficulty: Medium
8. According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, the lower-order needs do not have to be satisfied for employees to move on to the high-order needs.
Ans: False
Feedback: According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, unless the two lower-order needs (physiological and security) are basically satisfied, employees will not be greatly concerned with higher-order needs.
Page: 122
Difficulty: Medium
9. Herzberg’s theory of motivation is universally applicable.
Ans: False
Feedback: The Herzberg model is not universally applicable, because it was based on and applies best to managerial, professional, and upper-level white-collar employees.
Page: 124
Difficulty: Medium
10. According to Alderfer’s E-R-G model, pay, physical working conditions, and job security can all address growth needs.
Ans: False
Feedback: According to Alderfer’s E-R-G model, pay, physical working conditions, and job security can all address existence needs.
Page: 124
Difficulty: Medium
11. Content theories argue that external consequences tend to determine behavior.
Ans: False
Feedback: Whereas content theories argue that internal needs lead to behavior, OB Mod states that external consequences tend to determine behavior.
Page: 125
Difficulty: Medium
12. Negative reinforcement occurs when behavior is accompanied by removal of an unfavorable consequence.
Ans: True
Page: 127
Difficulty: Easy
13. Continuous reinforcement may be desirable in some instances to encourage quick learning.
Ans: True
Page: 128
Difficulty: Easy
14. Learning is slower with continuous reinforcement than with partial reinforcement.
Ans: False
Feedback: Learning is slower with partial reinforcement than with continuous reinforcement.
Page: 128
Difficulty: Medium
15. Self-efficacy can be judged either on a specific task or across a variety of performance duties.
Ans: True
Page: 129
Difficulty: Easy
16. Self-generated feedback has little motivational value.
Ans: False
Feedback: Performance feedback tends to encourage better job performance, and self-generated feedback is an especially powerful motivational tool.
Page: 131
Difficulty: Medium
17. Instrumentality refers to the strength of a person’s preference for receiving a reward.
Ans: False
Feedback: Instrumentality represents the employee’s belief that a reward will be received once the task is accomplished.
Page: 133
Difficulty: Easy
18. If both expectancy and instrumentality are low, then motivation will be weak even if the reward has high valence.
Ans: True
Page: 133
Difficulty: Medium
Additional information
Frequently Asked Questions:
🚨 Warning: This Isn’t Your Typical Textbook! 🚨.
This Test Bank is a complete collection of study questions, instantly available for download in PDF format. It covers every chapter, giving you immediate access to high-quality, reliable study materials for effective exam preparation. All content is original and features 100% verified answers for your confidence.
What is a Test Bank?
A Test Bank is a study aid featuring a collection of questions with corresponding answers, typically related to academic textbooks. Publishers provide these test banks to instructors to assist in creating effective exams and tests for students.
Are all chapters included, and are there questions for each chapter?
Are answers to the questions verified?
Yes, all answers provided in the Test Bank are thoroughly verified to ensure accuracy.
Is the content original and directly from the publisher?
Yes, rest assured that the content is original and sourced directly from the publisher.
Can I share the Test Bank with others?
No, the Test Bank is for personal use only, and sharing or distributing it is not permitted.
Can I study the material on any device?
Absolutely! The Test Bank is in PDF format, making it compatible with all devices and browsers for your convenience.
How soon can I start studying after making a purchase?
Immediately! The Test Bank is available for instant download, allowing you to begin your study journey right after completing the purchase.
Are there any additional Test Banks or resources available?
Yes, we offer a variety of Test Banks, ATI, Hesi Exams, and more. Feel free to contact us for information on additional study resources.
What if I encounter technical issues with the download?
In case of any technical difficulties, please contact our support team, and they will promptly assist you in resolving the issue.
You May Also Be Interested In
Products related to this item
What Our Customers Say About e-testbank.com
Excellent
Based on 653 reviews
Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.