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Motives, Values, Preferences Inventory (MVPI) Flashcards

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  1. Which MVPI scale reflects discomfort with ambiguity and a strong preference for knowing what to expect at work?

    Answer: Security

    The Security scale captures motivation toward predictability, clear procedures, and avoidance of uncertainty.

  2. The MVPI Recognition scale is LEAST aligned with which work style?

    Answer: Preferring behind-the-scenes roles without visibility

    High Recognition scorers seek visibility and acknowledgment; behind-the-scenes preferences indicate low Recognition motivation.

  3. When used in succession planning, what does a significant mismatch between a leader's MVPI profile and the organization's culture suggest?

    Answer: There may be motivation or engagement risks even if the leader is technically skilled

    Values misalignment can cause disengagement and turnover even in technically capable leaders, making MVPI data critical for succession decisions.

  4. Which MVPI scale is most likely elevated among professionals in investment banking, venture capital, or entrepreneurship?

    Answer: Commerce

    Commerce reflects motivation toward financial gain, profit, and business opportunity — core drivers in investment and entrepreneurial careers.

  5. A person high on the Altruistic scale and low on Commerce would most likely experience tension in which type of role?

    Answer: Revenue-driven sales role with profit-only KPIs

    High Altruistic individuals are motivated by helping others; pure profit-focused roles conflict with their core values and can cause disengagement.

  6. The MVPI is typically normed against which comparison group?

    Answer: Working adults in professional and managerial roles

    MVPI norms are based on working adult samples, primarily in professional and managerial contexts, making results meaningful for occupational settings.

  7. Which combination of MVPI scales best predicts a natural fit for a research scientist role?

    Answer: High Science and low Affiliation

    Research science rewards intellectual curiosity (high Science) and often requires sustained independent work (lower Affiliation suits solitary focus).