Motivation in the Workplace

Which of the following is an example of a financial incentive?

• Job rotation

• Commission-based salary

• Recognition awards

• Flexible working hours

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which need is at the top of the pyramid?

• Safety needs

• Social needs

• Self-actualization

• Physiological needs

Which motivation theory suggests that while some factors (such as salary and working conditions) prevent dissatisfaction, true motivation comes from factors like recognition and achievement?

• Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

• Taylor's Scientific Management

• Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory

• McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y

Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory categorizes factors into:

• Primary and Secondary needs

• Internal and External motivators

• Hygiene factors and Motivators

• Extrinsic and Intrinsic rewards

Which of the following is a non-financial motivation method?

• Salary bonuses

• Job enrichment

• Profit-sharing

• Overtime pay

Herzberg's hygiene factors, such as salary and working conditions, directly motivate employees.

• True

• False

Maslow's theory states that all employees must reach the self-actualization stage to be motivated.

• True

• False

A car salesperson is more likely to be motivated by commission-based pay than a farm laborer.

• True

• False

Offering flexible working hours is an example of a financial incentive.

• True

• False

Businesses only use financial incentives to motivate employees.

• True

• False