AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

MOTIVATIONAL CONCEPTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is a motivational factor, according to Herzberg’s two-factor theory?
A
Pay
B
Recognition
C
Relations with others
D
Quality of sepervisions
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer and Explanation: The correct answer is B. recognition. Recognition is a motivational factor according to Herzberg’s two-factor theory.

Detailed explanation-2: -According to Herzberg, motivating factors (also called satisfiers) are primarily intrinsic job elements that lead to satisfaction, such as achievement, recognition, the (nature of) work itself, responsibility, advancement, and growth.

Detailed explanation-3: -Motivational factors-According to Herzberg, the hygiene factors cannot be regarded as motivators.

Detailed explanation-4: -The two factors identified by Herzberg are motivators and hygiene factors.

Detailed explanation-5: -Herzberg considered the following hygiene factors from highest to lowest importance: company policy, supervision, employee’s relationship with their boss, work conditions, salary, and relationships with peers.

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