Question

Marilyn, a human resources associate in a public relations firm, maintains friendly relationships with her colleagues. She prefers to work in groups and tends to avoid conflicts as much as she can. She makes sure that she does not miss opportunities to build close interpersonal relationships with every member in her team. In the context of McClelland's Learned Needs Theory, Marilyn is most likely motivated by the need for _____.
A) affiliationB) achievementC) powerD) relatedness

Answer 1

Answer: A) affiliation

Explanation: According to McClelland's Learned Needs Theory, 3 motivators was identified which are :

1. The need for Affiliation

2. The need for Achievement

3. The need for Power

The need for Affiliation: This is motivator that wants to belong to a group, will often like to go along with others in the group and hates uncertainty.

The need for Achievement: This is a motivator that has a strong urge to set and accomplish goals, likes to take calculated risks, likes feedback on achievements and likes to work alone.

The need for Power: This is a motivator that wants to be in  control, enjoys competition and like to win all arguments.

Generally, this theory helps to identify the determinant motivators in a group/team