Understanding Alderfer's ERG Theory

Who developed the ERG Theory?

• B.F. Skinner

• Abraham Maslow

• Clayton Alderfer

• Sigmund Freud

What does the 'E' in ERG stand for?

• Esteem

• Existence

• Empathy

• Energy

Which need in ERG Theory is associated with personal development?

• Relatedness

• Growth

• Existence

• Security

Which of the following is NOT a core category in ERG Theory?

• Esteem

• Existence

• Relatedness

• Growth

How does Alderfer's ERG Theory differ from Maslow's hierarchy in terms of need fulfillment?

• ERG Theory does not include social needs

• ERG Theory is more rigid

• ERG Theory allows multiple needs to be fulfilled simultaneously

• ERG Theory has more levels

What is the concept of 'frustration regression' in ERG Theory?

• Skipping needs altogether

• Regressing to lower needs when higher ones are unmet

• Moving to higher needs when lower ones are unmet

• Fulfilling all needs simultaneously

What is a key difference between ERG Theory and Maslow's hierarchy?

• ERG Theory allows for regression

• ERG Theory is less flexible

• ERG Theory has more levels

• ERG Theory is more widely researched

Which step is NOT part of implementing ERG Theory in the workplace?

• Checking for unsatisfied relatedness needs

• Focusing on growth

• Fulfilling existence needs

• Ignoring employee feedback

What is a limitation of ERG Theory?

• It is too specific

• It lacks empirical support

• It is universally applicable

• It has too many levels

Why might the categorization of needs in ERG Theory be considered ambiguous?

• It is universally accepted

• It is open to interpretation

• It is too rigid

• It is too detailed