Ch #11 Part 1-Motivation

Question 1

Abraham Maslow

Answer 1

we are motivated by our most pressing need not all needs are equally important and our needs make up a hierarchy

Question 2

Physiological Needs

Answer 2

need to satisfy hunger and thirst

Question 3

Safety Needs

Answer 3

need to feel that the world is organized and predictable; need to feel safe

Question 4

Belonging and Love Needs

Answer 4

need to love and be loved, to belong and be accepted; need to avoid loneliness and separation

Question 5

Esteem Needs

Answer 5

needs for self-esteem, achievement, competence, and independence; need for recognition and respect from others

Question 6

Self-actualization Needs

Answer 6

need to live up to our fullest and unique potential

Question 7

Self-transcendence Needs

Answer 7

needs to find meaning and identity beyond the self

Question 8

Attribution Theory

Answer 8

Examines our explanations for the outcomes of behavior and our explanation will influence our motivation for the future

Question 9

Internal/stable

Answer 9

Ability and talent

Question 10

Internal/unstable

Answer 10

Effort

Question 11

External/stable

Answer 11

Difficult and ease

Question 12

External/unstable

Answer 12

circumstances