Essentially positive assumptions about human nature

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1. Which theory is a set of essentially positive assumptions about human nature?

A. Theory X

B. Theory Y

C. Theory Z

D. Equity Theory

E. Expectancy Theory

2. Content theories of motivation:

A. are explanations that emphasize peoples' internal characteristics

B. are explanations that emphasize how individuals are motivated

C. include the Needs-Goal Theory and the Vroom Expectancy Theory of Motivation

D. include Skinner's work on behavior modification

E. can collectively be used to identify all human needs

3. Which of the following situations would most likely cause groupthink?

A. a newly formed group

B. when no one leader has been identified

C. a highly cohesive group

D. a competitive group

E. all of these

4. The theory based on the concept that individuals compare their inputs and outcomes with other people to determine if they are being treated fairly is:

A. expectancy theory

B. ERG theory

C. equity theory

D. Porter-Lawler Theory of Motivation

E. Acquired Needs theory

5. The process of increasing the number of operations an individual performs in a job is:

A. job rotation

B. job enlargement

C. job enrichment

D. team management

E. flextime

6. A set of shared values and beliefs organization members have regarding the functioning and existence of their organization is:

A. organizational climate

B. organization culture

C. corporate climate

D. organizational structure

E. none of these

7. which of the following workplace characteristics is found in an organization with an adhocracy culture?

A. structured

B. formal

C. efficiency-oriented

D. creative

E. heirarchical

8. A collection of individuals whose common work experiences result in the development of a system of interpersonal relationships that extend beyond those established by management is a/an:

A. work team

B. formal group

C. informal group

D. command group

E. committee

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