Question

question 11

which of the following employees is most likely to have a high need for achievement (nach), according to mcclelland?

• peter is more interested in outdoor adventure activities that he can do with what he earns than the work itself.
• susan is more motivated by the praise of her colleagues than by the challenge of the work itself.
• jaime is always looking for new challenges and likes to set ambitious goals for himself.
• mary is focused on raising kids and is really just interested in the paycheck.

Explanation:

Define McClelland's Need for Achievement

Using the McClellands Theory of Needs knowledge point
David McClelland's Acquired Needs Theory identifies three primary motivators: the need for achievement (nAch), the need for affiliation (nAff), and the need for power (nPower). Individuals with a high need for achievement (nAch) are strongly motivated by personal performance, seeking out challenging tasks, setting realistic but ambitious goals, and desiring concrete feedback on their progress.

Evaluate the given options

Using the McClellands Theory of Needs knowledge point

• Peter is motivated by external rewards (money for outdoor activities) rather than the work itself, which does not align with high nAch.
• Susan is motivated by social approval and praise from colleagues, which is characteristic of a high need for affiliation (nAff).
• Jaime actively seeks out new challenges and sets ambitious goals for himself, which directly matches the core characteristics of a high need for achievement (nAch).
• Mary is focused on external factors (the paycheck) rather than intrinsic achievement or challenge.

Answer:

• Peter is more interested in outdoor adventure activities that he can do with what he earns than the work itself.
• Susan is more motivated by the praise of her colleagues than by the challenge of the work itself.
• Jaime is always looking for new challenges and likes to set ambitious goals for himself. (Correct answer)
• Mary is focused on raising kids and is really just interested in the paycheck.