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Match the List-I with List-II
LIST I (Theories of Motivation)LIST II (Theories)
A. Drive-Reduction TheoryI. Yerkes and Dodson
B. Personality and NachII. Richard Ryan and Edward Deci
C. Arousal TheoryIII. Carol Dweck
D. Self-Determination TheoryIV. Hull

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

The correct answer is
A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II

Matching Motivation Theories: List I and List II

The question requires matching theories of motivation from List I to their corresponding proponents or associated concepts in List II.

  • A. Drive-Reduction Theory is associated with IV. Hull. This theory explains motivation as the process of reducing a biological drive.
  • B. Personality and Nach relates to III. Carol Dweck. While 'Nach' is unclear, Carol Dweck's work on mindset (e.g., fixed vs. growth) significantly impacts understanding personality and achievement motivation.
  • C. Arousal Theory is linked to I. Yerkes and Dodson, particularly through the Yerkes-Dodson Law, which describes the relationship between arousal and performance.
  • D. Self-Determination Theory was developed by II. Richard Ryan and Edward Deci, focusing on intrinsic motivation and psychological needs.

Therefore, the correct matching is A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II.

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Important Questions from Theories of Motivation

  1. Arrange the following examples of human needs in the hierarchy of their increasing importance.

    a. Insurance for accidents.

    b. Recognition and respect from others.

    c. Food and shelter provisions.

    d. Accomplishing distinction in chosen area by maximising potential.

    e. Developing meaningful relations with others.

    Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  2. According to humanistic approach to learning, the human needs are arranged in a hierarchial order. What need is placed at the top?

  3. Maslow divided human needs into __________categories.
  4. D-needs and B-needs come under whose proposition?

  5. According to Maslow, a state in which people reach their fullest potential is called as:

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