Business studies -Motivation

What is meant by motivation in a business context? (1 mark)

• The ability to work in a team

• The reason why employees work hard and efficiently

• The process of hiring employees

• The ability to produce high-quality goods

Which of the following is an example of a financial motivator? (1 mark)

• More flexible working hours

• Employee of the month award

• Increased wages

• Recognition from a manager

Which of the following is a non-financial method of motivation? (1 mark)

• Commission

• Performance-related pay

• Salary increase

• Job enrichment

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which of the following is considered a basic need? (1 mark)

• Recognition

• Job security

• Self-actualization

• Career progression

Which of the following is an example of job rotation? (1 mark)

• An employee is given more responsibility and decision-making power

• An employee moves between different tasks in the business

• An employee is given a financial bonus for good performance

• An employee receives a promotion to a higher position

What is the purpose of job enlargement? (1 mark)

• To increase the variety of tasks an employee performs

• To increase wages based on performance

• To provide employees with financial rewards

• To reduce working hours

What is a disadvantage of using commission as a motivator? (1 mark)

• Employees may focus only on making sales rather than quality service

• Employees may feel more motivated to work harder

• It provides an additional financial incentive

• It encourages employees to take time off

How does delegation help motivate employees? (1 mark)

• It gives employees less responsibility

• It allows employees to develop new skills and feel valued

• It reduces the need for communication in a business

• It ensures employees are paid more

Which of the following is an advantage of piece-rate pay? (1 mark)

• It encourages workers to produce more output

• It guarantees a fixed salary each month

• It ensures employees receive training opportunities

• It improves job security

What is the main disadvantage of autocratic leadership in terms of motivation? (1 mark)

• Employees may feel empowered and motivated

• Employees may feel undervalued as they have no decision-making power

• Employees receive financial rewards for good performance

• Employees can freely share their ideas with managers