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Questions:
1. What is Motivation? Why wouldn't everyone in a work setting be motivated by the same stimulus; and how can a manager respond to this reality?
2. Which is more potent - intrinsic or extrinsic drives? Discuss.
3. Discuss Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.
4. Differentiate between Maslow's Hierarchy and ERG theory.
5. Critique Herzberg's Two-factor Theory. NB: critique means not merely explaining the theory; it means criticising, evaluating the soundness of the theory. Which other theory/theories are you using as the basis for your evaluation?
6. How could an understanding of Equity Theory assist a manager in maintaining morale at the workplace? How could a misunderstanding create acrimony?
7. Provide three examples of ways in which a manager can design jobs to motivate workers.
8. Explain the following forms of reinforcement. Which is/are best at motivating the workforce? Which is/are worst as motivating the workforce? Explain.
a. Positive reinforcement
b. Negative reinforcement
c. Punishment