Which motivational theory focuses on creating the right “fit” between

QUESTION

Which motivational theory focuses on creating the right “fit” between jobs and employees?

A) expectancy theory
B) scientific management
C) management by objective
D) job enrichment
E) reinforcement theory

ANSWER

Answer: D
Explanation: D) Job enrichment theory employs a number of approaches that either fit people to jobs or fit jobs to people. Scientific management, which also emphasizes job tasks and employees’ efforts, emphasizes production, not motivation.