Theories of Motivation Quiz

According to Taylor's Theory of Scientific Management, what primarily motivates workers?

• Social interaction

• Recognition

• Job satisfaction

• Pay

Which management style is closely linked with Taylor's approach?

• Democratic

• Paternalistic

• Autocratic

• Laissez-faire

What did Elton Mayo believe was a key factor in motivating workers?

• Job security

• Flexible working hours

• Social needs being met

• Higher wages

What was the surprising result of Mayo's Hawthorne experiments?

• Productivity decreased with better lighting

• Workers preferred individual tasks

• Workers demanded higher pay

• Productivity remained the same regardless of conditions

According to Maslow, what must be fulfilled before higher-level needs can motivate a worker?

• Self-actualization needs

• Basic needs

• Esteem needs

• Social needs

What are Herzberg's two factors in his theory of motivation?

• Intrinsic and extrinsic

• Motivators and hygiene factors

• Primary and secondary

• Basic and advanced

Which of the following is considered a 'hygiene factor' by Herzberg?

• Promotion

• Challenging work

• Recognition

• Safe working conditions

What does job enlargement involve according to Herzberg?

• Increasing pay

• Offering promotions

• Providing more training

• Adding more variety to tasks

What is the main focus of the Neo-Human Relations School introduced by Maslow and Herzberg?

• Psychological needs of employees

• Financial incentives

• Technological advancements

• Strict supervision

Which management style does Mayo's theory most closely align with?

• Democratic

• Autocratic

• Paternalistic

• Laissez-faire