Which of the following is not one of the content motivation theories?
a. Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory
b. Alderfer's expectancy-relatedness growth theory
c. Equity theory
d. McClelland's manifest needs theory
C
Motivation theories can be divided into two categories: as content motivation theories and process motivation theories (Lussier, 1999). Content motivation theories include Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory, Alderfer's expectancy-relatedness growth theory, and McClelland's manifest needs theory and model of achievement, power, and affiliation. Equity theory is considered to be a process motivation theory.
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