Question

You have one beanbag and five targets set up in front of​ you, each farther away than the last. Target A sits almost within​ arm's reach. If you hit​ it, you get​ $2. Target B is a bit farther​ out, but about 80 percent of the people who try can hit it. It pays​ $4. Target C pays​ $8, and about half the people who try can hit it. Very few people can hit Target​ D, but the payoff is​ $16 for those who do.​ Finally, Target E pays​ $32, but​ it's almost impossible to achieve. Which would you try​ for? According to​ McClelland's Theory of​ Needs, if you selected​ C, you're likely to​ ________.

Answer 1

C) high need for achievement

Step-by-step explanation:

McClelland's Theory of​ Needs states that all individuals have three basic motivators:

1. Achievement: you need to establish and accomplish challenging goals, you like to take calculated risks, like to work alone, although you occasionally enjoy when others recognize your achievements.
2. Affiliation: you need to belong to a group, and you need them to like you.
3. Power: you need to control and influence other people, you like to win arguments, and you enjoy competing and receiving the status of a winner.