Exam 13: Motivating for Performance

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A difference between Maslow's need hierarchy and Alderfer's ERG theory is that

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Using a fair process in decision making and making sure others know that the process is as fair as possible is referred to as

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The "M" in SMART, an acronym used by Microsoft for goal-setting, stands for

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Discuss the important features of Maslow's need hierarchy.

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Under equity theory, employees may attempt to ________ in their efforts to restore balance.

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Withdrawing or failing to provide a reinforcing consequence is referred to as

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Which of the following implies a favorable consequence?

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People's perceived likelihood that their efforts will enable them to attain their performance goals is called

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Explain how employees assess, and if necessary, restore equity.

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________ refers to the forces that energize, direct, and sustain a person's efforts.

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According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory, which of the following forms the lowest level of needs?

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Which of the following statements is true regarding Maslow's need hierarchy?

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"Tucker, I have some disturbing data," said, Adrian, Vice President of Human Resources. "Our company has suffered increases in turnover, absenteeism, lawsuits by employees and former employees, injury and illness claims, and customer complaints. About the only thing that hasn't increased is our productivity." Tucker replied, "I have unfortunately come to recognize these workforce characteristics. They are a sign of

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According to equity theory, employees compare their outcomes to other employees' inputs.

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According to McClelland, the most important needs for managers are the needs for

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Drew, marketing/sales manager for QQL Corporation, said to his employee, "Greg, I will be out next week on client business. In my absence, I'd like you to serve as acting manager. On Monday, I'd like you to lead our weekly sales meeting. Also, please assign client contacts to the sales staff for the upcoming trade show. Lastly, decide upon final terms for our contract with Systems Manufacturing, and negotiate that contract to closure. I'm glad that I can count on you." In empowering Greg, Drew has

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Which of the following laws states that behavior that is followed by positive consequences will likely be repeated?

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Unhappy with his performance review, Skip said, "C'mon boss. You're saying that I have been using the incorrect format when documenting instances of production waste in my weekly operations reports all year long, and that this finding has resulted in a below-average performance review and a below-average salary increase. That's not fair...this is a surprise to me. If you would have provided regular, ongoing feedback, I would have

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Limestone Applied Operations has a clear method for managers to follow before terminating an employee, which includes warnings, record keeping, probation, and possible appeals to the human resources department. This is an example of

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Giving an assembly worker an additional task to perform at the same time as her original one is known as job

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