Which of the following theories proposes the idea of a dual continuum?
A) Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory
B) self-determination theory
C) two-factor theory
D) cognitive evaluation theory
E) McClelland's theory of needs
Question 2According to the Fair Labor Standards Act, firms are required to give employees a 10 minute rest break every four hours.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Question 3________ is defined as the processes that account for an individual's intensity, direction, and persistence of effort toward attaining a goal.
A) Leadership
B) Management
C) Learning
D) Emotional labor
E) Motivation
Question 4The ________ dimension of motivation measures how long a person can maintain effort.
A) direction
B) persistence
C) intensity
D) knowledge
E) experience
Question 5Carson Enterprises is considering the idea of replacing personal leave and vacation time with paid time off. Which of the following best supports this decision?
A) Employees at Carson express satisfaction with the firm's current PPO.
B) Last minute absences are a significant problem among Carson employees.
C) Retirement plans held by Carson employees suffered during the recession.
D) Carson employees are given the opportunity to telecommute when needed.
Question 6The ________ element of motivation describes how hard a person tries.
A) intelligence
B) experience
C) direction
D) intensity
E) persistence
Question 7Motivation is defined as the processes that account for an individual's intensity, direction, and persistence of effort toward attaining a goal.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false