IOP2606 Multiple Choice questions and
Answers
1.What is the primary definition of motivation according to the text?
A Motivation is a process of satisfying needs that directs actions
B Motivation is the result of external pressures only
C Motivation is unrelated to personal needs or actions
D .Motivation is solely based on financial rewards
Explanation
Motivation is defined as a process where individuals seek to satisfy certain
needs that guide their actions in a specific direction.
2. What distinguishes intrinsic motivation from extrinsic motivation?
A Intrinsic motivation is influenced by external rewards
B Intrinsic motivation comes from within the individual
C Intrinsic motivation is irrelevant to job satisfaction
D Intrinsic motivation is based on financial incentives
Explanation
Intrinsic motivation arises from within the individual, while extrinsic motivation
comes from external factors or rewards.
3. According to the text, what role do financial rewards play in motivation?
A Financial rewards have no impact on motivation
B Financial rewards are universally accepted as the only motivator
C Financial rewards are the sole reason for job satisfaction
D Financial rewards are debated as necessary for motivation
Explanation
Some scholars argue that financial rewards are necessary for motivation, while others believe
they are not the only motivators needed.
4. What is a motivator as defined in the text ?
A. motivator is an external pressure that forces action
, B. A motivator compels an individual to act towards meeting a
need.
C. CA motivator is only a financial incentive
D. DA motivator is irrelevant to personal needs
Explanation
A motivator is anything that compels an individual to act towards fulfilling a
need, influencing their behaviour and actions
5 .How do internal and external factors relate to motivation according to
the text?
A Motivation does not depend on personal experience
B Motivation is only influenced by internal factors
C Motivation is solely determined by external factors
D Motivation is influenced by both internal and external factors
Explanation
Motivation can be explained by internal factors related to the individual or
external factors related to their experiences and environment.
6. What is the primary focus of content theories in motivation?
A Providing general rewards for all employees
B identifying specific needs that motivate employees
C Focusing solely on extrinsic motivation
D Describing how behaviour is sustained and directed
Explanation
Content theories aim to identify specific needs and strengths that
motivate employees, focusing on what sustains, directs, and stops
behaviour.
7. What is a common issue with motivation enhancement strategies in
organizations?
A They always succeed in increasing employee productivity
, B They focus exclusively on intrinsic motivation
C They often provide general rewards without performance differentiation
DThey are based solely on personality theories
Explanation
Many strategies fail because they do not address the relevant psychological
aspects of employees, leading to ineffective general rewards.
8. How do process theories differ from content theories in motivation?
A Process theories emphasize general rewards for all employees
B Process theories identify specific employee needs
C Process theories are based on personality theories
D Process theories focus on behavior and its management
Explanation
Process theories concentrate on the behavior itself, describing how it is
sustained, directed, and stopped, unlike content theories which focus on needs.
9. What type of motivation is exemplified by tangible rewards like overtime
pay?
A Cognitive motivation
B Social motivation
C Extrinsic motivation
d Intrinsic motivation
Explanation
Extrinsic motivation refers to tangible rewards provided to employees, such as
overtime pay, to encourage specific behaviors.
10. What is the relationship between individual-level performance and
organizational performance according to Abdulrahamon, Adeleye &
Adeola (2018)?
A Individual performance has no impact on team dynamics
B Individual-level performance contributes to organizational performance
C Individual-level performance is unrelated to organizational performance
Answers
1.What is the primary definition of motivation according to the text?
A Motivation is a process of satisfying needs that directs actions
B Motivation is the result of external pressures only
C Motivation is unrelated to personal needs or actions
D .Motivation is solely based on financial rewards
Explanation
Motivation is defined as a process where individuals seek to satisfy certain
needs that guide their actions in a specific direction.
2. What distinguishes intrinsic motivation from extrinsic motivation?
A Intrinsic motivation is influenced by external rewards
B Intrinsic motivation comes from within the individual
C Intrinsic motivation is irrelevant to job satisfaction
D Intrinsic motivation is based on financial incentives
Explanation
Intrinsic motivation arises from within the individual, while extrinsic motivation
comes from external factors or rewards.
3. According to the text, what role do financial rewards play in motivation?
A Financial rewards have no impact on motivation
B Financial rewards are universally accepted as the only motivator
C Financial rewards are the sole reason for job satisfaction
D Financial rewards are debated as necessary for motivation
Explanation
Some scholars argue that financial rewards are necessary for motivation, while others believe
they are not the only motivators needed.
4. What is a motivator as defined in the text ?
A. motivator is an external pressure that forces action
, B. A motivator compels an individual to act towards meeting a
need.
C. CA motivator is only a financial incentive
D. DA motivator is irrelevant to personal needs
Explanation
A motivator is anything that compels an individual to act towards fulfilling a
need, influencing their behaviour and actions
5 .How do internal and external factors relate to motivation according to
the text?
A Motivation does not depend on personal experience
B Motivation is only influenced by internal factors
C Motivation is solely determined by external factors
D Motivation is influenced by both internal and external factors
Explanation
Motivation can be explained by internal factors related to the individual or
external factors related to their experiences and environment.
6. What is the primary focus of content theories in motivation?
A Providing general rewards for all employees
B identifying specific needs that motivate employees
C Focusing solely on extrinsic motivation
D Describing how behaviour is sustained and directed
Explanation
Content theories aim to identify specific needs and strengths that
motivate employees, focusing on what sustains, directs, and stops
behaviour.
7. What is a common issue with motivation enhancement strategies in
organizations?
A They always succeed in increasing employee productivity
, B They focus exclusively on intrinsic motivation
C They often provide general rewards without performance differentiation
DThey are based solely on personality theories
Explanation
Many strategies fail because they do not address the relevant psychological
aspects of employees, leading to ineffective general rewards.
8. How do process theories differ from content theories in motivation?
A Process theories emphasize general rewards for all employees
B Process theories identify specific employee needs
C Process theories are based on personality theories
D Process theories focus on behavior and its management
Explanation
Process theories concentrate on the behavior itself, describing how it is
sustained, directed, and stopped, unlike content theories which focus on needs.
9. What type of motivation is exemplified by tangible rewards like overtime
pay?
A Cognitive motivation
B Social motivation
C Extrinsic motivation
d Intrinsic motivation
Explanation
Extrinsic motivation refers to tangible rewards provided to employees, such as
overtime pay, to encourage specific behaviors.
10. What is the relationship between individual-level performance and
organizational performance according to Abdulrahamon, Adeleye &
Adeola (2018)?
A Individual performance has no impact on team dynamics
B Individual-level performance contributes to organizational performance
C Individual-level performance is unrelated to organizational performance
