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Module 3 Multiple Choice Quiz

Mrs Hanan Alshehri Started: 21 August 2011 12:34 AM Questions: 10

1. (Points: 1) The core dimensions of the job characteristics model (JCM) can be combined into a single predictive index called the:

a. motivating potential score.

b. JCM score.

c. core dimensions variable.

d. growth-need score.
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Save Answer 2. (Points: 1) Which of the following would be an example of a job with the characteristic of high task significance?

a. an electronics factory worker who assembles a radio and then tests it to determine if it operates properly

b. nursing the sick in a hospital intensive care unit

c. sweeping hospital floors

d. a body shop worker who sprays paint eight hours a day

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Save Answer 3. (Points: 1) Since MBO works in an organisation from the "top down" as well as from the "bottom up," if all individuals achieve their goals:

a. the individuals are less likely to be recognised for their work.

b. their unit's goals will be attained and the organisation's overall objectives become a reality.

c. the organisation's objectives will suffer.

d. employees are more likely to be compensated for their efforts.

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Save Answer 4. (Points: 1) According to Smither, London and Reilly (2005) performance improvement following multisource feedback is likely when recipients take the following action ...

a. working with a coach

b. discussing feedback with others

c. participating in development activities

d. all of the above

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Save Answer 5. (Points: 1) Your fellow employees have a terrible work situation. They work in an old, unattractive building with an antiquated heating system. The work itself is tedious and the supervisor is rarely available. You have decided to try to apply Herzberg's two-factor theory to the situation.What would Herzberg believe would motivate the employees?

a. having the supervisor "hang around" more

b. improvement in working conditions

c. receiving recognition for a job well done

d. fixing the heating system

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Save Answer 6. (Points: 1) In terms of job characteristics, an electronics factory worker who assembles a radio and then tests it to determine if it operates properly exemplifies:

a. high task significance.

b. high feedback.

c. low feedback.

d. low task significance.

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Save Answer 7. (Points: 1) When individuals compare their outcomes and inputs against those of others, the applicable theory is called:

a. equity theory.

b. ERG theory.

c. needs hierarchy theory.

d. expectancy theory.
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Save Answer 8. (Points: 1) The issue of whether intrinsic and extrinsic motivators are independent is considered in which theory?

a. reinforcement

b. cognitive evaluation

c. equity

d. expectancy
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Save Answer 9. (Points: 1) According to De Varo, Li and Brookshire (2007) the core job characteristic of greater task variety is associated with . . .

a. higher product quality

b. higher labour productivity

c. both higher product quality and higher labour productivity

d. neither higher product quality and higher labour productivity

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Save Answer 10. (Points: 1) In terms of job characteristics, a body shop worker who sprays paint eight hours a day exemplifies:

a. high feedback.

b. low skill variety.

c. high skill variety.

d. low feedback.
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