Learned Social Motives
The learned social motives are determined largely by learning and center around social experiences. They include achievement, power, and affiliation. This brief test will help you better understand your level of motivation in these three areas.
For each statement indicate whether it is T (true) or F (false) for you. There are no right or wrong answers.
1. I work hard to accomplish my goals.
True
False
2. Other people consider me a risk-taker.
True
False
3. When I have a problem, I talk to other people.
True
False
4. I feel good when other people compliment me.
True
False
5. I have trouble establishing new friendships.
True
False
6. Others consider me to be friendly and outgoing.
True
False
7. I must take responsibility for my own life.
True
False
8. I like directing other people.
True
False
9. I can most often be found with other people.
True
False
10. I consider myself to be independent.
True
False
11. I enjoy influencing other people.
True
False
12. I enjoy working with others to solve problems.
True
False
13. I plan my life so I can be successful.
True
False
14. People say I am a good leader.
True
False
15. Success is not as important as being popular.
True
False
16. Other people consider me to be ambitious.
True
False
17. I compete whenever given a chance.
True
False
18. I need others to approve of what I do.
True
False
19. I need feedback on my performance.
True
False
20. I like to be in charge of things.
True
False
21. Friendship is very important to me.
True
False
22. I set realistic goals so I can meet them.
True
False
23. Having the ability to influence others is important.
True
False
24. I enjoy going to parties and social events.
True
False
25. I am very proud of my accomplishments.
True
False
26. I am basically a competitive person.
True
False
27. I prefer to avoid conflict whenever possible.
True
False
28. Success in life requires time and effort.
True
False
29. It is important to influence other people.
True
False
30. I like to spend time with other people.
True
False

       

Achievement Motivation:
0-15 Very low need for achievement
20-35 Low need for achievement
40-60 Average need for achievement
65-80 High need for achievement
85-100 Very high need for achievement 		Power Motivation:
0-15 Very low need for power
20-35 Low need for power
40-60 Average need for power
65-80 High need for power
85-100 Very high need for power 		Affiliation Motivation:
0-15 Very low need for affiliation
20-35 Low need for affiliation
40-60 Average need for affiliation
65-80 High need for affiliation
85-100 Very high need for affiliation

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