According to Herzberg, the Difference Between Motivators and Hygiene Factors

question 121

Multiple Choice

According to Herzberg, the difference between motivators and hygiene factors is

• A) motivators cause persons to work smarter, while hygiene factors cause people to work harder.
• B) hygiene factors make employees more enthusiastic about the work itself, whereas motivators make employees enthusiastic about how many hours they have to work and their next day off.
• C) hygiene factors develop more loyalty from workers, while motivators make workers enthusiastic about moving on to a different company.
• D) overall, motivators relate to greater job satisfaction, while hygiene factors make the work place a satisfying place to thrive.

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Definitions:

Cultural Environment

The collective beliefs, customs, behaviors, and artifacts that constitute the societal context in which individuals live, work, and interact.

Social Behavior

Actions and reactions of individuals in response to the behaviors or presence of others in a social context.

Rejection

The act of dismissing or refusing someone or something, often leading to psychological effects such as feelings of inadequacy or sadness.

Aggression

Aggression is behavior aimed at causing harm or pain to others, which can be physical or verbal, and motivated by various factors including anger, frustration, or social dominance.