ERG Theory Contends That __________

question 130

Multiple Choice

ERG theory contends that __________.

• A) only one need may be activated at a time
• B) work motivation is determined by individual beliefs regarding effort-performance relationships
• C) an already satisfied lower level need can become reactivated when a higher level need cannot be satisfied
• D) a high need for power creates the willingness to exercise influence and control over others
• E) thought processes affect decisions people make about the direction, level, and persistence of their efforts

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Definitions:

AFC Curve

Average Fixed Costs curve; a graphical representation showing the average fixed costs of producing different levels of output, which typically decreases as output increases.

MC Curve

The marginal cost curve, which graphs the cost of producing one more unit of a good or service, showing how marginal cost varies with the quantity produced.

Average Total Cost

The total cost of production (fixed and variable costs combined) divided by the total quantity of output produced.

Average Variable Cost

Average variable cost is the total variable cost of production divided by the number of units produced, indicating the variable cost per unit.