PSYC 3590 Unit 2 Review Questions

What are the three fundamental human needs addressed by Self-Determination Theory? a) Competence, autonomy, and relatedness b) Reward, recognition, and results c) Achievement, ambition, and advancement d) Compliance, control, and conformity

Competence, autonomy, and relatedness

Which classic model of employee motivation emphasizes the comparison of inputs and outcomes to determine fairness? a) Reinforcement Theory b) VIE Theory c) Equity Theory d) Maslow's Need Theory

Equity Theory

If you find meaning inherently in the work itself, and you work for the intrinsic personal meaning, which orientation do you hold? a) Calling b) Career c) Job d) Work

a) Calling

Which of the following is the first step in developing training programs? a) Conducting a training needs analysis b) Identifying clear training goals c) Designing training materials d) Evaluating training effectiveness

a) Conducting a training needs analysis

What are the three components of job embeddedness? a) Links, Fit, and Sacrifice b) Vigor, Dedication, and Absorption c) Affective, Continuance, and Normative commitment d) Financial, Career, and Calling orientation

a) Links, Fit, and Sacrifice

Which of the following is a core facet of job satisfaction? a) Pay b) Benefits c) Recognition d) Company management

a) Pay

Which of the following is NOT a good use of the Meyers-Briggs Trait Indicator (MBTI)? a) Selecting which job candidate to hire for a position b) A conversation starter in a fun team-building exercise c) Using it as a framework to talk about how people operate differently d) A fun thing to do with your friends and coworkers at lunch

a) Selecting which job candidate to hire for a position

Which Theory of Satisfaction is supported by the following evidence: Quality leadership and supportive co-workers is linked to higher job satisfaction? a) Situational b) Dispositional c) Interactive

a) Situational

Which classic model of motivation is based heavily on rewards and incentives? a) Skinner's Reinforcement Theory b) Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs c) Adams' Equity Theory d) VIE Theory

a) Skinner's Reinforcement Theory

During FMLA leave, what protection does an eligible employee have regarding their job position? a) The employer must provide the same or a similar position with equivalent pay and benefits. b) The employer must guarantee that a coworker of their choice can hold their position. c) The employer can fill the position permanently. d) The employer is not obligated to hold the job open.

a) The employer must provide the same or a similar position with equivalent pay and benefits.

Karina thinks that the $10,000 raise she would receive with a promotion would make her happy. Which VIE component? a) valence b) instrumentality c) expectancy d) competency

a) valence

What does the term "hostile work environment" refer to in the context of workplace sexual harassment? a) Any unpleasant work environment b) A work environment where harassment based on protected characteristics is pervasive and severe c) A work environment where employees are consistently late d) A work environment with frequent disagreements among coworkers

b) A work environment where harassment based on protected characteristics is pervasive and severe

When an employee remains with an organization because they feel they have to due to the costs associated with leaving, it is an example of: a) Affective commitment b) Continuance commitment c) Ethical commitment d) Normative commitment

b) Continuance commitment

Which type of engagement is characterized by feeling enthusiastic about your work and experiencing pride in your accomplishments? a) Vigor b) Dedication c) Absorption d) Calling

b) Dedication

What are the three components of motivational force? a) Effort, performance, outcomes b) Direction, intensity, persistence c) Intrinsic, extrinsic, identified d) Need, want, desire

b) Direction, intensity, persistence

10. Self-regulation involves feedback loops. What do these feedback loops help individuals to realize? a) Their current job satisfaction b) Discrepancies between goals and behaviors c) The importance of external rewards d) The impact of workplace politics

b) Discrepancies between goals and behaviors

What is the primary objective of training in the workplace? a) Employee performance appraisal b) Enhancing job performance and skills c) Socialization of new employees d) Identifying potential leaders

b) Enhancing job performance and skills

Which of the following best describes cognitive ability ("g") in the context of individual differences? a) It refers to an individual's knowledge and expertise related to a specific job or domain. b) It represents a person's capacity for logical reasoning, problem-solving, and learning. c) It pertains to an individual's emotional intelligence and social skills. d) It signifies the skills and competencies required to perform a particular job effectively.

b) It represents a person's capacity for logical reasoning, problem-solving, and learning.

Dispositional Theory of Satisfaction would agree with which statement? a) Job satisfaction is more influenced by the situation than the person. b) Job satisfaction is more influenced by the person than the situation. C) Job satisfaction is influenced by both the person and the situation.

b) Job satisfaction is more influenced by the person than the situation.

Training transfer refers to: a) The process of transferring employees to different departments. b) The degree to which knowledge, skills, and attitudes are applied to the job. c) The transfer of training materials between organizations. d) The evaluation of training programs.

b) The degree to which knowledge, skills, and attitudes are applied to the job.

In the context of the workplace, how is "individual differences" best defined? a) The variations in work tasks and job responsibilities within an organization. b) The differences in personalities, abilities, and characteristics among employees that influence their behavior and performance at work. c) The distinct ways organizations structure their hierarchies and reporting relationships. d) The fluctuations in economic conditions and market trends that impact an organization's success.

b) The differences in personalities, abilities, and characteristics among employees that influence their behavior and performance at work.

What is the primary goal of a structured interview process? a) To provide candidates with a free-flowing conversation. b) To evaluate candidates based on standardized criteria. c) To maintain a relaxed and casual atmosphere. d) To allow interviewers to ask whatever comes to mind.

b) To evaluate candidates based on standardized criteria.

9. What is the main purpose of self-monitoring in the context of Self-Regulation Theory? a) To evaluate others' performance b) To track progress and behaviors c) To compare oneself to colleagues d) To set long-term goals

b) To track progress and behaviors

Adverse impact, in employment discrimination, refers to: a) Favorable hiring practices that benefit one group over another b) Unintentional discrimination that disproportionately affects a protected group in selection c) Deliberate actions taken to discriminate against a specific individual d) Promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace

b) Unintentional discrimination that disproportionately affects a protected group in selection

What is the term for assessing the financial return on investment (ROI) of training programs? a) Training needs analysis b) Utility analysis c) Learning outcomes assessment d) Behavioral modeling evaluation

b) Utility analysis

What is the primary purpose of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)? a) to prevent age discrimination against individuals who are 65 and older b) to prohibit age discrimination against individuals who are 40 and older c) to promote age diversity in the workplace d) to establish retirement age requirements for specific occupations

b) to prohibit age discrimination against individuals who are 40 and older

What does the Job Characteristics Theory focus on as important predictors of satisfaction? a) The characteristics of the person. b) The working conditions. c) A combination of personal factors and working conditions. d) The motivation levels of employees.

c) A combination of personal factors and working conditions.

Which federal law prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in employment and other areas? a) Americans with Disabilities Act b) Family and Medical Leave Act c) Civil Rights Act d) Pregnancy Discrimination Act

c) Civil Rights Act

What does job crafting involve? a) Reducing autonomy in the workplace b) Making a job less meaningful and significant c) Employees redesigning their jobs to increase significance and meaning d) Encouraging employees to work in isolation

c) Employees redesigning their jobs to increase significance and meaning

In terms of job embeddedness, what do 'links' refer to? a) Perceived costs of leaving the organization b) Perceived compatibility with the organization. c) Formal & informal social connections a person has within the organization. d) Emotional labor costs within the organization.

c) Formal & informal social connections a person has within the organization.

Which theory emphasizes making a job more interesting by increasing skill variety, task identity, task significance, autonomy, and task feedback? a) Self-Determination Theory b) Equity Theory c) Job Characteristics Theory d) Job Enrichment Theory

c) Job Characteristics Theory

In the context of selection batteries, what does the term "incremental validity" refer to? a) The degree to which a selection battery is legally defensible. b The ability of a single selection method to predict job performance. c) The additional value gained by combining multiple selection methods to improve prediction beyond using one method alone. d) The level of fairness and equity achieved in the selection process.

c) The additional value gained by combining multiple selection methods to improve prediction beyond using one method alone.

In VIE theory, what does "valence" refer to? a) The perceived connection between effort and performance b) The perceived relationship between performance and outcomes c) The emotional orientation toward the expected satisfaction from an outcome d) The likelihood of an outcome occurring

c) The emotional orientation toward the expected satisfaction from an outcome

Job knowledge typically relates to: a) An individual's general cognitive abilities, such as memory and attention. b) An individual's understanding of the organization's culture and values. c) The specific skills, expertise, and information required to perform a particular job or role. d) An individual's ability to manage and regulate their emotions in the workplace.

c) The specific skills, expertise, and information required to perform a particular job or role.

What is the primary goal of selection procedures in the hiring process? a) To identify candidates who have the highest level of education. b) To assess candidates' willingness to accept lower salaries. c) To predict which candidates will perform best on the job. d) To evaluate candidates' personal interests and hobbies.

c) To predict which candidates will perform best on the job.

8. What is the primary purpose of setting specific, measurable, attainable, results-oriented, and time-bound (SMART) goals, as discussed in the outline? a) To make employees work harder without providing clear objectives b) To create vague and unattainable goals to challenge employees c) To provide employees with a clear direction, maximize effort, and increase the likelihood of goal attainment d) To eliminate the need for goal setting altogether

c) To provide employees with a clear direction, maximize effort, and increase the likelihood of goal attainment

Which selection technique requires candidates to complete job-related tasks, such as writing an article, using specific equipment, or lifting objects, to demonstrate their skills? a) Structured Interviews b) Cognitive Ability Tests c) Work Sample Tests d) Biodata

c) Work Sample Tests

What is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ) in the context of employment discrimination law? a) A requirement that allows employers to discriminate based on race or gender b) A government agency responsible for enforcing discrimination laws c) A legal framework for accommodating employees with disabilities d) A characteristic that is essential to performing a particular job and can be used as a defense against discrimination claims

d) A characteristic that is essential to performing a particular job and can be used as a defense against discrimination claims

What type of test is based on the idea that past behavior is the best predictor of future behavior and often assesses a person's past experiences or reactions to specific situations? a) Personality test b) Cognitive ability test d) Integrity test d) Biodata

d) Biodata

Saeed is well-organized, efficient, reliable, and hardworking. He struggles in more free- flowing roles, but is very satisfied in jobs with high structure. Which dimension of The Big 5 is he likely to score high on? a) Extraversion b) Openness to Experience c) Neuroticism d) Conscientiousness

d) Conscientiousness

How satisfied you are with the job in general is known as: a) Cognitive satisfaction. b) Emotional satisfaction. c) Facet satisfaction. d) Global satisfaction.

d) Global satisfaction.

The learning process is influenced by both trainee and design characteristics. Which of the following is an example of a trainee characteristic? a) Clear training goals b) Relevant training content c) Opportunities for practice d) Previous work experience

d) Previous work experience

John believes his coworkers receive more for the same amount of work. According to equity theory, what will he do? a) decrease his outcomes b) increase his inputs c) decrease his inputs d) temporarily boost his performace

decrease his inputs