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Alderfer suggested that a person can be motivated by fulling three types of needs – Existence, relatedness and Growth (ER

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To bring Maslows need hierarchy theory of motivation in synchronization with empirical research, Clayton Alderfer redefined it in his own terms. His re-work is called as ERG theory of motivation. He re-categorized Maslows hierarchy of needs into three simpler and broader classes of needs Existence needs- it corresponds to an individuals physiological and safety needs as given by Maslow Relatedness needs- Maslows social, love and belongingness needs fall under this class of need. Growth needs- Maslows self-actualization needs and esteem needs fall under this category of need. It is different from Maslows theory in the sense that multiple needs can be satisfied at sae time. However satisfaction of one need does not lower the motivation to fulfil another.

G . Which of the following is not true about Alderfer's ERG theory?

Read the following passage and answer the next 3 question (Q24-Q26) Motivation is a powerful, yet tricky beast. Sometimes it is really easy to get motivated, and you find yourself wrapped up in a whirlwind of excitement. Other times, it is nearly impossible to figure out how to motivate yourself and you're trapped in a death spiral of procrastination. Scientists define motivation as your general willingness to do something. It is the set of psychological forces that compel you to take action. Most employees need motivation to feel good about their jobs and perform optimally. Some employees are money motivated while others find recognition and rewards personally motivating. Motivation levels within the workplace have a direct impact on employee productivity.

A It suggests that multiple needs can be satisfied at the same time

B It suggests that in order to satisfy needs, a person must act

C It suggests that fulfilling one need lowers the motivation to fulfill another

D It is a simplified version of Maslow's hierarchy of needs

E All are true

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