Maslow's Theory of Motivation Is Criticized Because

question 105

Multiple Choice

Maslow's theory of motivation is criticized because

• A)research does not support the argument that satisfied needs no longer motivate behavior.
• B)its "frustration-regression" hypothesis has no practical implications for the workplace.
• C)the research methodology employed does not fully account for the attribution of cause to the individual or the situation.
• D)substantial empirical research has indicated little practical application of the theory.

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Definitions:

Variability

The degree to which different data points in a set differ from each other and from their average value.

Competition

A situation in which individuals or groups strive against one another to achieve a goal that is limited and cannot be shared.

Melting-pot View

The perspective that different cultures, peoples, or societies blend together into a single, homogeneous culture, losing their individual identities.

Multicultural View

An approach or perspective that recognizes, respects, and values diversity in culture, ethnicity, and identity among individuals within a society.