Sanjay and Irma are studying for a business exam. They are playing a f

QUESTION

Sanjay and Irma are studying for a business exam. They are playing a flashcard game to understand differences and similarities among motivational theories.

Sanjay places the following five cards on the table and asks Irma to select the card that doesn’t fit in the group. Which card does Irma choose on this round?
A) esteem needs
B) hygiene factors
C) job enrichment
D) self-actualization needs
E) Theory Y

ANSWER

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Under Herzberg’s two-factor theory, hygiene factors resemble Maslow’s lower-level needs. Self-actualization and esteem are higher level needs and are thematically related to the responsibility and empowerment concepts of job enrichment and Theory Y.