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The correct sequence of motivation process is:

(A) Drives

(B) Reduction of Tension

(C) Tension

(D) Satisfied Need

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(C), (A), (B), (D)

(A), (C), (B), (D)

(B), (A), (D), (C)

(C), (A), (D), (B)

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q2:

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"Motivation is a process which begins with a physiological or psychological need or deficiency which triggers behaviour or a drive that is aimed at a goal or incentive"

Who gave the above definition of Motivation

William G. Scout

Mc Farland

Dubin

Fred Luthans

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q3:

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"If there is no reward or appreciation for a good suggestion, the subordinates may not be willing to offer useful suggestions". The barrier discussed in the statement is:

Psychological Barrier

Organisational Barrier

Semantic Barrier

Personal Barrier

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q4:

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Which of the following is not a non financial incentive:

Job Enrichment

Employee Recognition programmes

Career Advancement Opportunity

Perquisites

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q5:

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The correct statement related to Directing function in Management is:

Directing is a mere issue of communication.

While other functions prepare a setting for action, it initiates action in the organisation

Only the top level executive perform this function

Every subordinate can direct his immediate superior and can take instructions from his immediate boss

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q6:

2026: 23 May Shift 2

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Match the LIST-I with LIST-II

LIST-I (Types of Communication barrier)	LIST-II (Explanation)
A. Psychological barriers	I. Related to the state of mind of both sender and receiver of communication.
B. Personal barriers	II. The personal factors of both sender and receiver may exert influence on effective communication
C. Semantic barrier	III. The factors related to organisation structure, authority relationships, rules and regulations
D. Organisational barriers	IV. Problems and obstructions in the process of encoding and decoding of message into words or impressions.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV

A-I, B-III, C-II, D-IV

A-I, B-II, C-IV, D-III

A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q7:

2026: 23 May Shift 2

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________________ is an inner state that energises, activates or moves and directs behaviour towards goals. It arises out of the needs of individuals.

Motive

Motivation

Motivators

Direction

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q8:

2026: 23 May Shift 2

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Identify which of the following is not a Non-financial Incentive:

Job Enrichment

Employee participation

Retirement Benefits

Job security

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q9:

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The followers are given a high degree of independence to formulate their own objectives and ways to achieve them. The manager is there only to support them and supply them the required information to complete the task assigned.

Identify the leadership style from this statement.

Free-rein leader

Progressive leader

Democratic leader

Authoritarian leader

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q10:

2026: 23 May Shift 2

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Identify the correct sequence of the communication process:

A. Receiver

B. Decoding

C. Media

D. Message

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

D, C, B, A

A, B, C, D

B, A, D, C

C, D, B, A

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q11:

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Which of the following is not an element of directing?

A Supervisor explains a worker who will perform them on a lathe machine.

A Mining Engineer explains safety precautions to follow while working in a coal mine.

A Managing Director declares share in profits to shareholders' contributions, aiming to enhance company's profitability.

A Manager inspires employees by leading by example and participating in work.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q12:

2026: 23 May Shift 1

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Arrange the following needs as per Maslow's need hierarchy theory:

A. Stability of income

B. Friendship

C. Hunger

D. Status

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A, B, C, D

A, C, B, D

B, A, D, C

C, A, B, D

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q13:

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A Managing Director declaring share in the profits to the managers for their contribution in increasing the profits of the company, is an example of which element of Directing function?

Communication

Supervision

Leadership

Motivation

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q14:

2026: 23 May Shift 1

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Depending on the ________, there are three basic styles of leadership.

Freedom

Power

Wisdom

Use of authority

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q15:

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Market price of Shares of Anamika Enterprises is ₹150 per share and to reward the managers for good performance, the company has decided to offer them shares at a price of ₹120 per share. What type of incentive is being offered here?

Retirement benefits

Co-Partnership

Career advancement opportunity

Employee recognition programmes

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q16:

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Which of the following is not a characteristic of Directing?

Directing initiates action

Directing takes place at top level of management only.

Directing is a continuous process

Directing flows from top to bottom

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q17:

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Choose an example of noise from the following:

Attentive receiver

Prejudices obstructing the poor understanding of message

Gestures that make understanding of the message easier.

A good phone connection

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q18:

2026: 21 May Shift 2

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The correct sequence of process of motivation is:

A. Reduction of Tension

B. Tension and Drives

C. Unsatisfied Need

D. Search Behaviour and Need Satisfaction

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(C), (B), (D), (A)

(A), (B), (C), (D)

(B), (A), (D), (C)

(C), (B), (A), (D)

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q19:

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Grassroot Leadership - Ford Motor Co.

Ford has always attracted and nurtured capable managers and technicians, but it has failed to do the same for change agents and leaders. So, as part of the automaker's cultural overhaul, Ford is embarking on a sweeping attempt to mass-manufacture leaders. It wants to build an army of "warrior entrepreneurs" — people who have the courage and skills to topple old ideas, and who believe in change passionately enough to make it happen.

Ford Motor Company announced key changes to its senior management team as it continues to strengthen its automotive business, improve the company's operational fitness, and accelerate a strategic shift to capitalize on emerging opportunities. In announcing the leadership changes, Ford President and CEO Jim Hackett said Ford Motor Company is very fortunate to have an experienced and committed executive team in place to significantly strengthen their business while building towards their vision of becoming the world's most trusted mobility company. Their objective is to lead business to new levels of operational fitness, product and brand excellence and profitability.

Ford views grassroot leadership as the best vehicle for creating a successful business.

The management function being explained in the above passage is:

Controlling

Directing

Planning

Staffing

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q20:

2026: 21 May Shift 2

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Grassroot Leadership - Ford Motor Co.

Ford has always attracted and nurtured capable managers and technicians, but it has failed to do the same for change agents and leaders. So, as part of the automaker's cultural overhaul, Ford is embarking on a sweeping attempt to mass-manufacture leaders. It wants to build an army of "warrior entrepreneurs" — people who have the courage and skills to topple old ideas, and who believe in change passionately enough to make it happen.

Ford Motor Company announced key changes to its senior management team as it continues to strengthen its automotive business, improve the company's operational fitness, and accelerate a strategic shift to capitalize on emerging opportunities. In announcing the leadership changes, Ford President and CEO Jim Hackett said Ford Motor Company is very fortunate to have an experienced and committed executive team in place to significantly strengthen their business while building towards their vision of becoming the world's most trusted mobility company. Their objective is to lead business to new levels of operational fitness, product and brand excellence and profitability.

Ford views grassroot leadership as the best vehicle for creating a successful business.

The vision of CEO Jim Hackett was:

To become the world's most profitable mobility company

To become the world's most trusted mobility company

To become the world's most economic mobility company

To become the world's most efficient mobility company

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q21:

2026: 21 May Shift 2

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Grassroot Leadership - Ford Motor Co.

Ford has always attracted and nurtured capable managers and technicians, but it has failed to do the same for change agents and leaders. So, as part of the automaker's cultural overhaul, Ford is embarking on a sweeping attempt to mass-manufacture leaders. It wants to build an army of "warrior entrepreneurs" — people who have the courage and skills to topple old ideas, and who believe in change passionately enough to make it happen.

Ford Motor Company announced key changes to its senior management team as it continues to strengthen its automotive business, improve the company's operational fitness, and accelerate a strategic shift to capitalize on emerging opportunities. In announcing the leadership changes, Ford President and CEO Jim Hackett said Ford Motor Company is very fortunate to have an experienced and committed executive team in place to significantly strengthen their business while building towards their vision of becoming the world's most trusted mobility company. Their objective is to lead business to new levels of operational fitness, product and brand excellence and profitability.

Ford views grassroot leadership as the best vehicle for creating a successful business.

The individuals or groups which the Ford Motor Company could not attract and nurture are:

Capable Managers and Technicians

Senior Management

Change Agents and Leaders

Front-line staff

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q22:

2026: 21 May Shift 2

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Grassroot Leadership - Ford Motor Co.

Ford has always attracted and nurtured capable managers and technicians, but it has failed to do the same for change agents and leaders. So, as part of the automaker's cultural overhaul, Ford is embarking on a sweeping attempt to mass-manufacture leaders. It wants to build an army of "warrior entrepreneurs" — people who have the courage and skills to topple old ideas, and who believe in change passionately enough to make it happen.

Ford Motor Company announced key changes to its senior management team as it continues to strengthen its automotive business, improve the company's operational fitness, and accelerate a strategic shift to capitalize on emerging opportunities. In announcing the leadership changes, Ford President and CEO Jim Hackett said Ford Motor Company is very fortunate to have an experienced and committed executive team in place to significantly strengthen their business while building towards their vision of becoming the world's most trusted mobility company. Their objective is to lead business to new levels of operational fitness, product and brand excellence and profitability.

Ford views grassroot leadership as the best vehicle for creating a successful business.

"Ford is embarking on a sweeping attempt to mass-manufacture leaders. It wants to build an army of "warrior entrepreneurs" — people who have the courage and skills to topple old ideas, and who believe in change passionately enough to make it happen."

What did Ford Motor Company do to achieve the above objective?

Key Changes to Its Senior Management

Key Changes to Its Front-Line Managers and Technicians

Strategic shift to capitalize on human resources

Improve Work-Life Balance

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q23:

2026: 21 May Shift 2

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Grassroot Leadership - Ford Motor Co.

Ford has always attracted and nurtured capable managers and technicians, but it has failed to do the same for change agents and leaders. So, as part of the automaker's cultural overhaul, Ford is embarking on a sweeping attempt to mass-manufacture leaders. It wants to build an army of "warrior entrepreneurs" — people who have the courage and skills to topple old ideas, and who believe in change passionately enough to make it happen.

Ford Motor Company announced key changes to its senior management team as it continues to strengthen its automotive business, improve the company's operational fitness, and accelerate a strategic shift to capitalize on emerging opportunities. In announcing the leadership changes, Ford President and CEO Jim Hackett said Ford Motor Company is very fortunate to have an experienced and committed executive team in place to significantly strengthen their business while building towards their vision of becoming the world's most trusted mobility company. Their objective is to lead business to new levels of operational fitness, product and brand excellence and profitability.

Ford views grassroot leadership as the best vehicle for creating a successful business.

Who according to Ford falls into category of "warrior entrepreneurs"?

People who are lethargic and show resistance to change

People who believe in smart work instead of hard work

People who think they know better than their leaders

People who have the courage and skills to topple old ideas

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q24:

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"A good motivation plan with suitable monetary and non-monetary rewards can motivate an employee as he or she may feel that efforts will bring them suitable rewards." This statement is associated with which principle of Directing?

Leadership

Maximum individual contribution

Appropriateness of direction technique

Harmony of objectives

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q25:

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A__________ not only commits his followers to organisational goals but also pools needed resources, guides and motivates subordinates to reach the goals.

Motivator

Leader

Supervisor

Controller

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q26:

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___________ is an inner state that energizes, activates or moves and directs behavior towards goals.

Motivation

Motive

Motivator

Need hierarchy

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q27:

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Identify the correct sequence of hierarchy of needs in Motivation theory as given by Abraham Maslow in 1943

(A) Safety/Security Needs

(B) Affiliation Needs

(C) Self Actualisation

(D) Esteem Needs

(E) Physiological Needs

(E), (B), (C), (D), (A)

(E), (A), (B), (C), (D)

(E), (A), (B), (D), (C)

(C), (B), (E), (A), (D)

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q28:

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"It is a complex process as the individuals are heterogeneous in their expectations, perceptions and reactions." Identify the term:

Leadership

Communication

Motivation

Supervision

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q29:

2026: 21 May Shift 1

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"A worried person cannot communicate properly, and an angry receiver cannot understand the real meaning of a message" This statement is related to:

Organisational barriers

Psychological barriers

Semantic barriers

Personal barriers

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q30:

2026: 20 May Shift 1

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Arrange the following as per Maslow's hierarchy of needs:

(A) It refers to the drive to become what one is capable of becoming.

(B) Hunger, thirst, shelter, and sleep are some examples of these needs.

(C) Job security, stability of income, Pension plans etc.

(D) These include factors such as self-respect, autonomy status, recognition and attention.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A), (B), (C), (D)

(A), (C), (B), (D)

(B), (C), (D), (A)

(B), (D), (C), (A)

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

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