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#2) Which of the following motivation methods should an organization consider if

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#2)

Which of the following motivation methods should an organization consider if it wants to go bossless?

a.It should rely on extrinsic rewards.

b.It should use functional or command teams.

c.It should reward teams instead of individuals.

d.It should hide information concerning motivational factors.

#3)

In the context of Maslow's theory, which of the following individuals has satisfied her safety needs at her workplace?

a.Renee, an assistant manager at Osmosis Spa, who has been promoted to the managerial position due to her dedication to work

b.Dora, who has received a warm welcome from her team members after returning from a three-month sabbatical

c.Sara, who has been hired for a permanent position in a startup firm after being unemployed for over six months

d.Sally, a lawyer at Matroper Corp., who has been given the opportunity to become a partner at the firm

#4)

Which of the following is a difference between Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory and the ERG model?

a.Unlike the ERG model, Maslow's theory is less rigid in terms of the movement of individuals.

b.Unlike the ERG model, Maslow's theory proposes that movement up the hierarchy is more complex, reflecting a frustration-regression principle.

c.Unlike Maslow's theory, the ERG model identifies five categories of needs.

d.Unlike Maslow's theory, the ERG model suggests that individuals may move down as well as up the needs hierarchy, depending on their ability to satisfy needs.

#5)

In the context of Clayton Alderfer's ERG theory, which of the following needs focus on the development of human potential and the desire for increased competence?

a.Safety needs

b.Belongingness needs

c.Physiological needs

d.Growth needs

#6)

In the context of the two-factor theory, which of the following is true of hygiene factors?

a.They make employees highly motivated to excel at their work.

b.They include recognition, responsibility, and opportunity for growth.

c.They focus only on high-level needs.

d.They work only in the area of dissatisfaction.

Explanation / Answer

2. c.It should reward teams instead of individuals.

As this is one of the six methods which an organization can consider if it wants to bossless.

3. b.Dora, who has received a warm welcome from her team members after returning from a three-month sabbatical

As Dora will feel secure that her job is safe even after a three-month sabbatical.

4. d.Unlike Maslow's theory, the ERG model suggests that individuals may move down as well as up the needs hierarchy, depending on their ability to satisfy needs.

This is the major difference between Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory and the ERG model.

5. d.Growth needs

Its growth needs which focuses on the development of human potential and the desire for increased competence.

6. b.They include recognition, responsibility, and opportunity for growth.

Out of the given options, They include recognition, responsibility, and opportunity for growth is true in the context of the two-factor theory.