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1. Conrad has a high need for power, as that need is described by acquired needs theory. Which of the following actions by his boss is most likely to motivate Conrad?
a. tell him, along with the rest of the staff, that they’ve done a good job this week
b. ask him to join the social events committee that works together to plan parties
c. request that he attend a refresher training course at the local university
d. put him in charge of developing new office policies for all employees
2. Jamal wants to hire employees who have a strong desire to achieve high levels of performance. He isn’t interested in employees with a high need for power over others or relationships with others. Which of the following theories does Jamal’s worldview most closely match?
a. two-factor theory
b. acquired needs theory
c. ERG theory
d. hierarchy of needs theory
3. Roger wants to motivate his employees by offering each the reward they most value for the accomplishment of a task they are confident they can complete. Which theory is Roger applying?
a. equity theory
b. expectancy theory
c. ERG theory
d. reinforcement theory
4. Because managers are expected to treat followers uniformly and consistently, while considering individual needs and making exceptions where necessary, leaders need to use ______.
a. constant control
b. situational control
c. individual control
d. variable control