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The Psychology of Motivation
Contributed by: Hayward
  • 1. Which theory suggests that individuals are motivated by a hierarchy of needs?
A) Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory
B) Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
C) Skinner's Operant Conditioning
D) Deci and Ryan's Self-Determination Theory
  • 2. What is self-determination theory primarily concerned with?
A) Conflict resolution
B) Time management
C) Control and punishment
D) Autonomy, competence, and relatedness
  • 3. Overjustification effect can occur when:
A) The task is very enjoyable
B) External rewards reduce intrinsic motivation
C) Goals are achieved
D) Intrinsic motivation is increased
  • 4. Which concept relates to the belief in one's capabilities to succeed?
A) Motivational drive
B) Self-esteem
C) Goal orientation
D) Self-efficacy
  • 5. What type of feedback is most effective in enhancing motivation?
A) Negative feedback
B) No feedback
C) Random feedback
D) Constructive feedback
  • 6. What is the focus of achievement motivation theory?
A) Desire for leisure activities
B) Desire for social connections
C) Desire for financial rewards
D) Desire to attain success and avoid failure
  • 7. Who proposed the concept of 'flow' as a state of optimal experience?
A) Abraham Maslow
B) Frederick Herzberg
C) Albert Bandura
D) Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
  • 8. In the context of motivation, what does 'valence' refer to?
A) The duration of motivation
B) The frequency of a behavior
C) The value an individual places on a reward
D) The intensity of a behavior
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