Discussion Questions
1. Describe four content theories of motivation: hierarchy of needs, ERG theory, theory of needs, and motivator-hygiene theory.
2. Describe three process theories of motivation: expectancy theory, equity theory, and goal-setting theory.
3. Identify and discuss at least five compensable factors.
4. Discuss three alternative pay systems and describe how they are used to enhance traditional pay systems.
5. What are the main provisions enacted by the Fair Labor Standards Act?
6. What type of equity is determined by surveying competitive employers?
This chapter was adapted and updated from Pynes, 1997, 2004a, 2009a.
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