An Evaluation of the Reliability, Stability and Factor Structure of the Manifest Needs Questionnaire
- 1 October 1981
- journal article
- research article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Journal of Management
- Vol. 7 (2) , 55-62
- https://doi.org/10.1177/014920638100700204
Abstract
The psychometric adequacy of Steers and Braunstein's (1976) Manifest Needs Questionnaire is investigated. Research results indicate that the instrument possesses adequate stability but lacks adequate internal consistency. Factor analytic procedures fail to replicate the a priori factor structure. Results are compared with Steers and Braunstein's developmental work. Potential users of the instrument are advised to interpret research outcomes in light of the deficiencies noted.Keywords
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