Question

1. According to Maslow's Theory, lower levels of the pyramid must be satisfied before higher levels can be used as a motivator.
True
False

2. According to the VROOM Theory, you must have at least two of the following in order to motivate: Effort, Performance and Reward.
True
False

3. Human Resources Management focuses on attracting, developing and _____ employees.
A. protecting
B. nurturing
C. retaining
D. all of the above

4. Meeting with the employee is the first step in the assessment process.
True
False

Answer 1

1. True

According to Maslow's Theory, needs that are lower down in the hierarchy must be satisfied before individuals can attend to needs higher up. From the bottom of the hierarchy upwards, the needs are: physiological, safety, love and belonging, esteem, and self-actualization.

2. False

According to the VROOM Theory, you must have all three of the following in order to motivate: Effort, Performance and Reward. People will be motivated to display a high level of effort when they believe there are relationships between the efforts they put forth, the performance they achieve, and the rewards they receive.

3. C. retaining

Human Resources Management focuses on attracting, developing and retaining effective employees.

4. False

The first step in the assessment process is to establish the standards that the employees are expected to match. The employee’s performance is assessed on the basis of these standards.