Practice Alderfer’s ERG Theory - 6.2.3 | 6. Motivation Theories and Applications | Management 1 (Organizational Behaviour/Finance & Accounting)
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Alderfer’s ERG Theory

6.2.3 - Alderfer’s ERG Theory

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Question 1 Easy

What are the three categories of needs in Alderfer's ERG Theory?

💡 Hint: Think about how these align with Maslow's theory.

Question 2 Easy

What does the frustration-regression principle indicate?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when employees face barriers.

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Question 1

What is the main focus of Alderfer’s ERG Theory?

A. Hierarchical Needs
B. Three Core Needs
C. Behavioral Needs

💡 Hint: Recall the structure of Alderfer’s theory compared to Maslow’s.

Question 2

True or False: The frustration-regression principle states that if higher needs are blocked, individuals may regress to lower-level needs.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when challenges arise in fulfilling needs.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze a case where an organization failed to meet employees' growth needs, resulting in high turnover. How could Alderfer's ERG Theory inform a different approach?

💡 Hint: Evaluate how neglecting one need can influence others.

Challenge 2 Hard

Propose a method for assessing and fulfilling employees’ relatedness needs. Support your proposal with ERG Theory principles.

💡 Hint: Consider using feedback to gauge effectiveness.

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