Question 1

Which of the following correctly shows some relationships among expectancy theory concepts?

Accepted Answer

A)  E→P expectancy + P→O expectancy + valence = motivation 
B)  E→P expectancy + P→O expectancy × valence = motivation 
C)  E→P expectancy × P→O expectancy × valence = motivation 
D)  E→P expectancy × P→O expectancy + valence = motivation 
A)  E→P expectancy + P→O expectancy + valence = motivation 
B)  E→P expectancy + P→O expectancy × valence = motivation 
C)  E→P expectancy × P→O expectancy × valence = motivation 
D)  E→P expectancy × P→O expectancy + valence = motivation

Question 2

Which of the following statements is false about expectancy theory assumptions?

Accepted Answer

A)  People choose among different courses of action. 
B)  People choose actions based on outcome values. 
C)  The choices among actions are rational. 
D)  Environmental factors do not affect choice. 
A)  People choose among different courses of action. 
B)  People choose actions based on outcome values. 
C)  The choices among actions are rational. 
D)  Environmental factors do not affect choice.

Question 3

A sales team needs to complete time-consuming paperwork as part of its job. The team would rather make sales contacts during the time it takes to complete the paperwork. The sales manager has decided that, whenever the sales team meets its weekly quota, the team can delegate its paperwork to the clerical staff. This manager is using

Accepted Answer

A)  Punishment. 
B)  Positive reinforcement. 
C)  Negative reinforcement. 
D)  Extinction. 
A)  Punishment. 
B)  Positive reinforcement. 
C)  Negative reinforcement. 
D)  Extinction.

Question 4

Janicia does not have the self-confidence that she can successfully lead her team to project completion because she has not received the right technical training. Janicia's perception affects which of the following expectancy theory concepts?

Accepted Answer

A)  Valence. 
B)  Performance-outcome expectancy. 
C)  Effort-performance expectancy. 
D)  No answer is correct. 
A)  Valence. 
B)  Performance-outcome expectancy. 
C)  Effort-performance expectancy. 
D)  No answer is correct.

Question 5

Fixed interval schedules apply consequences after a fixed number of behaviors have occurred.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following statements is false?

Accepted Answer

A)  Expectancy theory may apply to some cultures that are less individualistic than the United States. 
B)  The motivation theories reflect U.S. values of free will. 
C)  Most Muslim managers believe they control their destiny. 
D)  Research evidence suggests that goal-setting theory may apply across cultural boundaries. 
A)  Expectancy theory may apply to some cultures that are less individualistic than the United States. 
B)  The motivation theories reflect U.S. values of free will. 
C)  Most Muslim managers believe they control their destiny. 
D)  Research evidence suggests that goal-setting theory may apply across cultural boundaries.

Question 7

______________ focuses on equity in decision-making processes that decide the distribution of costs and benefits.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ______________ focuses on equity in decision-making processes...

Question 8

Which of the following statements is false about punishment?

Accepted Answer

A)  Punishment stops behavior temporarily. 
B)  Punishment can result in an emotional reaction from the punished person. 
C)  The undesirable behavior can return when the source of punishment is not present. 
D)  Punishment is as potent for shaping behavior as positive reinforcement. 
A)  Punishment stops behavior temporarily. 
B)  Punishment can result in an emotional reaction from the punished person. 
C)  The undesirable behavior can return when the source of punishment is not present. 
D)  Punishment is as potent for shaping behavior as positive reinforcement.

Question 9

A manager who gives an employee extra time off for a job well done is using ______________ to motivate the employee.

Accepted Answer

positive r

Question 10

Withdrawing a negative event to increase the frequency of desirable behavior is ______________.

Accepted Answer

negative r

Question 11

Goals should remain the same over time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Punishment can stop a behavior; it does not describe desired behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Goal setting is a cognitive process theory.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Vinnie wants a corner office with a window and if Vinnie is promoted he will get such an office. Vinnie knows that if he works hard he will do his job well and should be eligible for a promotion. However, in Vinnie's organization, promotions are awarded based on favoritism and not work performance. Which of the following expectancy theory analyses of this situation is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  Effort-performance expectancy is high, performance-outcome expectancy is high, and valence is low. 
B)  Effort-performance expectancy is low, performance-outcome expectancy is high, and valence is high. 
C)  Effort-performance expectancy is low, performance-outcome expectancy is low, and valence is high. 
D)  Effort-performance expectancy is high, performance-outcome expectancy is low, and valence is high. 
A)  Effort-performance expectancy is high, performance-outcome expectancy is high, and valence is low. 
B)  Effort-performance expectancy is low, performance-outcome expectancy is high, and valence is high. 
C)  Effort-performance expectancy is low, performance-outcome expectancy is low, and valence is high. 
D)  Effort-performance expectancy is high, performance-outcome expectancy is low, and valence is high.

Question 15

Punishment changes the direction of behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Fixed interval reinforcement schedules can have strong effects on job performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

From an equity sensitivity perspective, people who accept positive inequity with few guilt feelings are ______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of From an equity sensitivity perspective, people who...

Question 18

A technique used to make gradual changes in a person's behavior is ______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A technique used to make gradual changes...

Question 19

Expectancy theory has received mixed research support.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Most motivation theories do not easily apply to ______________ other than the U.S.

Accepted Answer

cultures o

Which of the following correctly shows some relationships among expectancy theory concepts?

Which of the following statements is false about expectancy theory assumptions?

Janicia does not have the self-confidence that she can successfully lead her team to project completion because she has not received the right technical training. Janicia's perception affects which of the following expectancy theory concepts?

Fixed interval schedules apply consequences after a fixed number of behaviors have occurred.

Which of the following statements is false?

______________ focuses on equity in decision-making processes that decide the distribution of costs and benefits.

Which of the following statements is false about punishment?

A manager who gives an employee extra time off for a job well done is using ______________ to motivate the employee.

Withdrawing a negative event to increase the frequency of desirable behavior is ______________.

Goals should remain the same over time.

Punishment can stop a behavior; it does not describe desired behavior.

Goal setting is a cognitive process theory.

Punishment changes the direction of behavior.

Fixed interval reinforcement schedules can have strong effects on job performance.

From an equity sensitivity perspective, people who accept positive inequity with few guilt feelings are ______________.

A technique used to make gradual changes in a person's behavior is ______________.

Expectancy theory has received mixed research support.

Most motivation theories do not easily apply to ______________ other than the U.S.

Introduction and Historical Background

The Context of Modern Organizations Diversity, Quality, Technology, International

Ethics and Behavior in Organizations

Organizational Culture

Perception, Attitudes, and Personality

Organizational Socialization

Motivation: Need Theories

Intrinsic Rewards and Job Design

Groups and Intergroup Processes

Conflict in Organizations

Leadership and Management

Communication Processes

Decision-Making and Problem-Solving Processes

Power and Political Behavior

Stress in Organizations

Organizational Design

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Exam 8: Motivation: Cognitive and Behavioral Theories and Techniques

Which of the following correctly shows some relationships among expectancy theory concepts?

Which of the following statements is false about expectancy theory assumptions?

Janicia does not have the self-confidence that she can successfully lead her team to project completion because she has not received the right technical training. Janicia's perception affects which of the following expectancy theory concepts?

Fixed interval schedules apply consequences after a fixed number of behaviors have occurred.

Which of the following statements is false?

______________ focuses on equity in decision-making processes that decide the distribution of costs and benefits.

Which of the following statements is false about punishment?

A manager who gives an employee extra time off for a job well done is using ______________ to motivate the employee.

Withdrawing a negative event to increase the frequency of desirable behavior is ______________.

Goals should remain the same over time.

Punishment can stop a behavior; it does not describe desired behavior.

Goal setting is a cognitive process theory.

Punishment changes the direction of behavior.

Fixed interval reinforcement schedules can have strong effects on job performance.

From an equity sensitivity perspective, people who accept positive inequity with few guilt feelings are ______________.

A technique used to make gradual changes in a person's behavior is ______________.

Expectancy theory has received mixed research support.

Most motivation theories do not easily apply to ______________ other than the U.S.

Introduction and Historical Background

The Context of Modern Organizations Diversity, Quality, Technology, International

Ethics and Behavior in Organizations

Organizational Culture

Perception, Attitudes, and Personality

Organizational Socialization

Motivation: Need Theories

Intrinsic Rewards and Job Design

Groups and Intergroup Processes

Conflict in Organizations

Leadership and Management

Communication Processes

Decision-Making and Problem-Solving Processes

Power and Political Behavior

Stress in Organizations

Organizational Design

Organizational Change and Development

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