Question 1

To "make better grades" is NOT an effective objective because it

Accepted Answer

A)  Is vague and not specific 
B)  Does not have a target date 
C)  Is difficult to measure because "better" is not clearly defined. 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Is vague and not specific 
B)  Does not have a target date 
C)  Is difficult to measure because "better" is not clearly defined. 
D)  All of the above

Question 2

In reinforcement theory, the most powerful reinforcement schedule for sustaining a desired behavior is.

Accepted Answer

A)  fixed-interval 
B)  variable-interval 
C)  fixed-ratio 
D)  variable-ratio 
A)  fixed-interval 
B)  variable-interval 
C)  fixed-ratio 
D)  variable-ratio

Question 3

To motivate employees with a high n Pow, you should to all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  let them plan and control their jobs as much as possible. 
B)  try to include them in decision making. 
C)  try to assign them to a whole task rather than just a part of a task. 
D)  let them work as part of a team. 
A)  let them plan and control their jobs as much as possible. 
B)  try to include them in decision making. 
C)  try to assign them to a whole task rather than just a part of a task. 
D)  let them work as part of a team.

Question 4

An example of avoidance reinforcement is a manager or team leader ignoring an employee who arrives late for a meeting.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Goal setting might be the most effective management tool available.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Write the four steps of the writing objectives model and, below it, write a job-related objective that meets the criteria for setting objectives.

Accepted Answer

(1) To + (2) action verb + (3)

Question 7

What are the Ohio State University leadership styles?

Accepted Answer

The Ohio State University leadership sty

Question 8

How is leadership behavior based on traits?

Accepted Answer

A manager's leadership personality trait

Question 9

Equity theory proposes that people get what they expect.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and Herzberg's Two Factor Theory are content motivation theories which focus on how people choose behavior to fulfill their needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Thirst (need) leading to the drive (motive) to get something to drink (behavior), and the drink quenching (consequence and satisfaction) your thirst is a valid example of the motivation process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Like traits, a person's motives can be observed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Reinforcement theory is unethical because it is used to manipulate employees. Do you agree with this statement? Explain your answer.

Accepted Answer

Reinforcement theory refers to the ways

Question 14

Explain how your need for achievement, power, and/or affiliation has affected your behavior, or that of someone you work with or have worked with. What were the consequences of the behavior, and was the need satisfied?

Accepted Answer

My need for achievement has affected my

Question 15

Which type and schedule of reinforcement do you plan to use most often as a leader?

Accepted Answer

As a leader, the type and schedule of re

Question 16

State the major differences among content, process, and reinforcement theories.

Accepted Answer

Content motivation theories focus on ide

Question 17

It is easy to know why people behave the way that they do because people do the same things for the same reasons.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Expectancy theory proposes that people are motivated when they believe they can accomplish the task, they will get the reward, and the rewards for doing the task are worth the effort.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Discuss similarities and differences between the Ohio State University Leadership Model and the Leadership Grid.

Accepted Answer

Both theories are based on the same two

Question 20

A ____ leader has concern for both production and people; this is the team leadership style.

Accepted Answer

A)  low-high 
B)  low-low 
C)  high-high 
D)  high-low 
A)  low-high 
B)  low-low 
C)  high-high 
D)  high-low

To "make better grades" is NOT an effective objective because it

In reinforcement theory, the most powerful reinforcement schedule for sustaining a desired behavior is.

To motivate employees with a high n Pow, you should to all of the following EXCEPT:

An example of avoidance reinforcement is a manager or team leader ignoring an employee who arrives late for a meeting.

Goal setting might be the most effective management tool available.

Write the four steps of the writing objectives model and, below it, write a job-related objective that meets the criteria for setting objectives.

What are the Ohio State University leadership styles?

How is leadership behavior based on traits?

Equity theory proposes that people get what they expect.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and Herzberg's Two Factor Theory are content motivation theories which focus on how people choose behavior to fulfill their needs.

Thirst (need) leading to the drive (motive) to get something to drink (behavior), and the drink quenching (consequence and satisfaction) your thirst is a valid example of the motivation process.

Like traits, a person's motives can be observed.

Reinforcement theory is unethical because it is used to manipulate employees. Do you agree with this statement? Explain your answer.

Explain how your need for achievement, power, and/or affiliation has affected your behavior, or that of someone you work with or have worked with. What were the consequences of the behavior, and was the need satisfied?

Which type and schedule of reinforcement do you plan to use most often as a leader?

State the major differences among content, process, and reinforcement theories.

It is easy to know why people behave the way that they do because people do the same things for the same reasons.

Expectancy theory proposes that people are motivated when they believe they can accomplish the task, they will get the reward, and the rewards for doing the task are worth the effort.

Discuss similarities and differences between the Ohio State University Leadership Model and the Leadership Grid.

A ____ leader has concern for both production and people; this is the team leadership style.

Who Is a Leader?

Who Is a Leader?

Leadership Ethics and Traits

Contingency Theories in Leadership

Influencing: Politics, Power, Negotiation, and Networking

Coaching, Communication, and Conflict Skills

Followership and Leader-Member Exchange

Self-Managed Teams and Team Leadership

Transformational and Charismatic Leadership

Leadership of Ethics, Diversity, and Culture

Change Management and Strategic Leadership

The Learning Organization and Crisis Leadership

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Exam 3: Leadership Motivation and Behavior

To "make better grades" is NOT an effective objective because it

In reinforcement theory, the most powerful reinforcement schedule for sustaining a desired behavior is.

To motivate employees with a high n Pow, you should to all of the following EXCEPT:

An example of avoidance reinforcement is a manager or team leader ignoring an employee who arrives late for a meeting.

Goal setting might be the most effective management tool available.

Write the four steps of the writing objectives model and, below it, write a job-related objective that meets the criteria for setting objectives.

What are the Ohio State University leadership styles?

How is leadership behavior based on traits?

Equity theory proposes that people get what they expect.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and Herzberg's Two Factor Theory are content motivation theories which focus on how people choose behavior to fulfill their needs.

Thirst (need) leading to the drive (motive) to get something to drink (behavior), and the drink quenching (consequence and satisfaction) your thirst is a valid example of the motivation process.

Like traits, a person's motives can be observed.

Reinforcement theory is unethical because it is used to manipulate employees. Do you agree with this statement? Explain your answer.

Explain how your need for achievement, power, and/or affiliation has affected your behavior, or that of someone you work with or have worked with. What were the consequences of the behavior, and was the need satisfied?

Which type and schedule of reinforcement do you plan to use most often as a leader?

State the major differences among content, process, and reinforcement theories.

It is easy to know why people behave the way that they do because people do the same things for the same reasons.

Expectancy theory proposes that people are motivated when they believe they can accomplish the task, they will get the reward, and the rewards for doing the task are worth the effort.

Discuss similarities and differences between the Ohio State University Leadership Model and the Leadership Grid.

A ____ leader has concern for both production and people; this is the team leadership style.

Who Is a Leader?

Who Is a Leader?

Leadership Ethics and Traits

Contingency Theories in Leadership

Influencing: Politics, Power, Negotiation, and Networking

Coaching, Communication, and Conflict Skills

Followership and Leader-Member Exchange

Self-Managed Teams and Team Leadership

Transformational and Charismatic Leadership

Leadership of Ethics, Diversity, and Culture

Change Management and Strategic Leadership

The Learning Organization and Crisis Leadership

Filters