Question 1

According to the path-goal theory of leadership, one of the leader's roles is to increase rewards. Briefly explain this role.

Accepted Answer

There are three dimensions to the leader

Question 2

__________ power is vested in the manager's ability to punish employees.

Accepted Answer

A)  Coercive 
B)  Reward 
C)  Expert 
D)  Referent 
E)  Personal 
A)  Coercive 
B)  Reward 
C)  Expert 
D)  Referent 
E)  Personal

Question 3

The key assumption of Hersey and Blanchard's situational theory is that subordinates vary in their

Accepted Answer

A)  readiness level. 
B)  satisfaction level. 
C)  level of commitment. 
D)  level of security. 
E)  all of these. 
A)  readiness level. 
B)  satisfaction level. 
C)  level of commitment. 
D)  level of security. 
E)  all of these.

Question 4

Linda uses praise, letters of support, and pats on the back as ways of influencing her subordinate's behaviors. All of these actions are highly valued by the work group. This is an example of

Accepted Answer

A)  coercive power. 
B)  legitimate power. 
C)  reward power. 
D)  expert power. 
E)  referent power. 
A)  coercive power. 
B)  legitimate power. 
C)  reward power. 
D)  expert power. 
E)  referent power.

Question 5

If someone believes in telling their subordinates exactly what they are supposed to do, then they are exercising a supportive leader behavior, according to the Path-Goal theory.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The distinguishing personal characteristics of a leader are known as

Accepted Answer

A)  traits. 
B)  sources of power. 
C)  leadership styles. 
D)  leadership behaviors. 
E)  personal preferences. 
A)  traits. 
B)  sources of power. 
C)  leadership styles. 
D)  leadership behaviors. 
E)  personal preferences.

Question 7

Referent power depends on the leader's

Accepted Answer

A)  formal title. 
B)  position in the hierarchy. 
C)  personal characteristics. 
D)  salary. 
E)  reward power. 
A)  formal title. 
B)  position in the hierarchy. 
C)  personal characteristics. 
D)  salary. 
E)  reward power.

Question 8

The work environment contingencies, according to the Path-Goal theory, include the degree of task structure, the nature of the formal authority system, and the work group itself.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Initiating structure is the extent to which the leader is mindful of subordinates, respects their ideas and feelings, and establishes mutual trust.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Mechanistic power is one of the five sources of power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A transformational leader is a leader distinguished by a special ability to bring about innovation and change.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Moral leadership is about distinguishing right from wrong and choosing to do right.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A transactional leader is an inspirational leader who has the ability to motivate subordinates, through personal transactions, to transcend their normal performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Aaron does not have much of a relationship with his subordinates. They feel obligated to do as he says because he's the boss. This is an example of

Accepted Answer

A)  referent power. 
B)  legitimate power. 
C)  coercive power. 
D)  reward power. 
E)  expert power. 
A)  referent power. 
B)  legitimate power. 
C)  coercive power. 
D)  reward power. 
E)  expert power.

Question 15

CASE
Scenario - Shawn McClelland
The mandatory leadership-training seminar had just been concluded. All of the newly promoted managers at Scottie's Sandals had been asked to attend and participate in the two-day seminar, and Shawn McClelland had been fascinated with what she had learned. She is now reviewing the material she covered.
-Shawn will develop strong skills in working with her people and also strong ability in accomplishing the task achieving the goals of Scottie's Sandals. On the managerial grid, her style will be

Accepted Answer

A)  1,1. 
B)  9,9. 
C)  9,1. 
D)  1,9. 
E)  5,5. 
A)  1,1. 
B)  9,9. 
C)  9,1. 
D)  1,9. 
E)  5,5.

Question 16

According to Fiedler, leader-member relations, task structure and task consideration are the three factors that combine to determine the leadership situation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following characteristics of leaders have been studied?

Accepted Answer

A)  Personality traits 
B)  Physical traits 
C)  Social traits 
D)  Work-related traits 
E)  all of these 
A)  Personality traits 
B)  Physical traits 
C)  Social traits 
D)  Work-related traits 
E)  all of these

Question 18

A key difference between the theories of Fiedler and Hersey and Blanchard is that

Accepted Answer

A)  Fiedler considered only task characteristics, while Hersey and Blanchard focused on the individual. 
B)  Hersey and Blanchard placed a greater emphasis on task characteristics than did Fiedler. 
C)  Fiedler examined a variety of characteristics, while Hersey and Blanchard focused solely on the individual. 
D)  All of these. 
E)  Fiedler considered only task characteristics, while Hersey and Blanchard focused on the individual and placed a greater emphasis on task characteristics than did Fiedler. 
A)  Fiedler considered only task characteristics, while Hersey and Blanchard focused on the individual. 
B)  Hersey and Blanchard placed a greater emphasis on task characteristics than did Fiedler. 
C)  Fiedler examined a variety of characteristics, while Hersey and Blanchard focused solely on the individual. 
D)  All of these. 
E)  Fiedler considered only task characteristics, while Hersey and Blanchard focused on the individual and placed a greater emphasis on task characteristics than did Fiedler.

Question 19

In ___________________________________, the leader favors a consensual and collaborative process, and influence derives from relationships rather than position power and formal authority.

Accepted Answer

interactiv

Question 20

The country club management style (1,9) stresses high service and concern for guests or customers, sometimes to the detriment of employees of the firm.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

According to the path-goal theory of leadership, one of the leader's roles is to increase rewards. Briefly explain this role.

__________ power is vested in the manager's ability to punish employees.

The key assumption of Hersey and Blanchard's situational theory is that subordinates vary in their

Linda uses praise, letters of support, and pats on the back as ways of influencing her subordinate's behaviors. All of these actions are highly valued by the work group. This is an example of

If someone believes in telling their subordinates exactly what they are supposed to do, then they are exercising a supportive leader behavior, according to the Path-Goal theory.

The distinguishing personal characteristics of a leader are known as

Referent power depends on the leader's

The work environment contingencies, according to the Path-Goal theory, include the degree of task structure, the nature of the formal authority system, and the work group itself.

Initiating structure is the extent to which the leader is mindful of subordinates, respects their ideas and feelings, and establishes mutual trust.

Mechanistic power is one of the five sources of power.

A transformational leader is a leader distinguished by a special ability to bring about innovation and change.

Moral leadership is about distinguishing right from wrong and choosing to do right.

A transactional leader is an inspirational leader who has the ability to motivate subordinates, through personal transactions, to transcend their normal performance.

Aaron does not have much of a relationship with his subordinates. They feel obligated to do as he says because he's the boss. This is an example of

According to Fiedler, leader-member relations, task structure and task consideration are the three factors that combine to determine the leadership situation.

Which of the following characteristics of leaders have been studied?

A key difference between the theories of Fiedler and Hersey and Blanchard is that

In ___________________________________, the leader favors a consensual and collaborative process, and influence derives from relationships rather than position power and formal authority.

The country club management style (1,9) stresses high service and concern for guests or customers, sometimes to the detriment of employees of the firm.

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Exam 15: Leadership

According to the path-goal theory of leadership, one of the leader's roles is to increase rewards. Briefly explain this role.

__________ power is vested in the manager's ability to punish employees.

The key assumption of Hersey and Blanchard's situational theory is that subordinates vary in their

Linda uses praise, letters of support, and pats on the back as ways of influencing her subordinate's behaviors. All of these actions are highly valued by the work group. This is an example of

If someone believes in telling their subordinates exactly what they are supposed to do, then they are exercising a supportive leader behavior, according to the Path-Goal theory.

The distinguishing personal characteristics of a leader are known as

Referent power depends on the leader's

The work environment contingencies, according to the Path-Goal theory, include the degree of task structure, the nature of the formal authority system, and the work group itself.

Initiating structure is the extent to which the leader is mindful of subordinates, respects their ideas and feelings, and establishes mutual trust.

Mechanistic power is one of the five sources of power.

A transformational leader is a leader distinguished by a special ability to bring about innovation and change.

Moral leadership is about distinguishing right from wrong and choosing to do right.

A transactional leader is an inspirational leader who has the ability to motivate subordinates, through personal transactions, to transcend their normal performance.

Aaron does not have much of a relationship with his subordinates. They feel obligated to do as he says because he's the boss. This is an example of

According to Fiedler, leader-member relations, task structure and task consideration are the three factors that combine to determine the leadership situation.

Which of the following characteristics of leaders have been studied?

A key difference between the theories of Fiedler and Hersey and Blanchard is that

In ___________________________________, the leader favors a consensual and collaborative process, and influence derives from relationships rather than position power and formal authority.

The country club management style (1,9) stresses high service and concern for guests or customers, sometimes to the detriment of employees of the firm.

Managing in Turbulent Times

The Evolution of Management Thinking

The Environment and Corporate Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Ethics and Social Responsibility

Managing Small Business Start-Ups

Managerial Planning and Goal Setting

Strategy Formulation and Implementation

Managerial Decision Making

Designing Adaptive Organizations

Managing Change and Innovation

Human Resource Management

Meeting the Challenge of Diversity

Dynamics of Behavior in Organizations

Motivation

Communication

Teamwork

Managerial and Quality Control

Information Technology and E-Business

Operations and Value Chain Management

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