Question 1

How did Fiedler measure leadership styles?

Accepted Answer

A)  By using the managerial grid 
B)  By using the initiating structure behavior 
C)  By using the consideration behavior 
D)  By means of a questionnaire called the least-preferred coworker measure 
E)  By means of a questionnaire called the leader-member exchange measure 
A)  By using the managerial grid 
B)  By using the initiating structure behavior 
C)  By using the consideration behavior 
D)  By means of a questionnaire called the least-preferred coworker measure 
E)  By means of a questionnaire called the leader-member exchange measure

Question 2

Impression management and inducement are forms of _____ behavior.

Accepted Answer

political
Impression

Question 3

What measures should managers take to prevent political behavior from doing excessive damage?

Accepted Answer

A)  They should refrain from providing subordinates with autonomy. 
B)  They should provide challenges to subordinates. 
C)  They should use their coercive powers. 
D)  They should reduce diversity in the workplace. 
E)  They should encourage ethnocentrism. 
A)  They should refrain from providing subordinates with autonomy. 
B)  They should provide challenges to subordinates. 
C)  They should use their coercive powers. 
D)  They should reduce diversity in the workplace. 
E)  They should encourage ethnocentrism.

Question 4

Daniel has been appointed leader of a project task force. He has legitimate power in this position. The task is unstructured. Also, Daniel has weak leader-member relations. According to Fiedler's LPC theory, what type of leadership style is appropriate in this situation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Task-oriented 
B)  Relationship-oriented 
C)  Participative 
D)  Transformational leadership 
E)  Concern for people 
A)  Task-oriented 
B)  Relationship-oriented 
C)  Participative 
D)  Transformational leadership 
E)  Concern for people

Question 5

Vroom's current formulation suggests that managers use one of two different decision trees. To do so, the manager first assesses the _____ in terms of several factors.

Accepted Answer

situation
Vroom's current form

Question 6

Which of the following is a task characteristic that may neutralize or substitute for leadership?

Accepted Answer

A)  Collective hysteria 
B)  Conformity 
C)  Intrinsic satisfaction 
D)  Bystander apathy 
E)  Groupthink 
A)  Collective hysteria 
B)  Conformity 
C)  Intrinsic satisfaction 
D)  Bystander apathy 
E)  Groupthink

Question 7

A manager tells a subordinate that he will not recommend her for promotion unless she supports his proposal in an upcoming sales meeting. Which type of political behavior is reflected in the given scenario?

Accepted Answer

A)  Creation of an obligation 
B)  Coercion 
C)  Initiating structure 
D)  Persuasion 
E)  Assault 
A)  Creation of an obligation 
B)  Coercion 
C)  Initiating structure 
D)  Persuasion 
E)  Assault

Question 8

When followers react favorably because they identify in some way with a leader, the leader is said to possess _____ power.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

A supervisor exhibiting _____ behavior, identified by the path-goal theory, is most likely to let subordinates know what is expected of them, gives guidance and direction, and schedules work.

Accepted Answer

A)  participative leader 
B)  supportive leader 
C)  directive leader 
D)  achievement-oriented leader 
E)  Task-oriented leader 
A)  participative leader 
B)  supportive leader 
C)  directive leader 
D)  achievement-oriented leader 
E)  Task-oriented leader

Question 10

Which of the following is the most probable motive for a manager to engage in political behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  To avoid covert activities 
B)  To acquire power 
C)  To promote clear communication 
D)  To promote transparency 
E)  To avoid charges of political motivation 
A)  To avoid covert activities 
B)  To acquire power 
C)  To promote clear communication 
D)  To promote transparency 
E)  To avoid charges of political motivation

Question 11

According to the path-goal theory, if people perceive that they are lacking in abilities, they are most likely to prefer _____ to help them understand path-goal relationships better.

Accepted Answer

A)  supportive leadership 
B)  directive leadership 
C)  participative leadership 
D)  achievement-oriented leadership 
E)  result-oriented leadership 
A)  supportive leadership 
B)  directive leadership 
C)  participative leadership 
D)  achievement-oriented leadership 
E)  result-oriented leadership

Question 12

The Managerial Grid shows that Paul is a 1,1 leader. Which of the following is true about Paul's leadership?

Accepted Answer

A)  Paul has little concern for people or for work performance. 
B)  Paul is an effective leader with much concern for people. 
C)  Paul has a lot of concern for people and for work performance. 
D)  Paul has little concern for people, but a lot of concern for work performance. 
E)  Paul has a lot of concern for people, but little concern for work performance. 
A)  Paul has little concern for people or for work performance. 
B)  Paul is an effective leader with much concern for people. 
C)  Paul has a lot of concern for people and for work performance. 
D)  Paul has little concern for people, but a lot of concern for work performance. 
E)  Paul has a lot of concern for people, but little concern for work performance.

Question 13

_____ is the style of leadership that goes beyond ordinary expectations by transmitting a sense of mission, stimulating learning experiences, and inspiring new ways of thinking.

Accepted Answer

A)  Directive leadership 
B)  Participative leadership 
C)  Transformational leadership 
D)  Supportive leadership 
E)  Task-oriented leadership 
A)  Directive leadership 
B)  Participative leadership 
C)  Transformational leadership 
D)  Supportive leadership 
E)  Task-oriented leadership

Question 14

The first organized approach to studying leadership focused on:

Accepted Answer

A)  leadership behavior 
B)  leadership traits. 
C)  rewards expected. 
D)  situational favorableness. 
E)  leader-member relations. 
A)  leadership behavior 
B)  leadership traits. 
C)  rewards expected. 
D)  situational favorableness. 
E)  leader-member relations.

Question 15

According to the Michigan studies, managers using _____ behavior are interested in developing a cohesive work group and ensuring that employees are satisfied with their jobs.

Accepted Answer

A)  consideration 
B)  initiating structure 
C)  job-centered leader 
D)  employee-centered leader 
E)  authoritative 
A)  consideration 
B)  initiating structure 
C)  job-centered leader 
D)  employee-centered leader 
E)  authoritative

Question 16

What is the significance of strategic, cross-cultural, and ethical leadership in contemporary business?

Accepted Answer

Strategic leadership:
Strategic leadersh

Question 17

The more important the information and the fewer the people who have access to it, the greater is the degree of _____ power possessed by any one individual.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

Aligning an organization with its environment requires _____ leadership.

Accepted Answer

strategic
Strategic leadership is the ca

Question 19

Match the following numbered items with the most correct response letter.
A response may be used once, more than once, or not at all.
-Michigan studies

Accepted Answer

A) Leader behavior model 
B) Situational model 
C) Trait model 
A) Leader behavior model 
B) Situational model 
C) Trait model

Question 20

A manager who knows how to interact with an eccentric but important customer has _____ power.

Accepted Answer

expert
Expert power is derived

How did Fiedler measure leadership styles?

Impression management and inducement are forms of _____ behavior.

What measures should managers take to prevent political behavior from doing excessive damage?

Daniel has been appointed leader of a project task force. He has legitimate power in this position. The task is unstructured. Also, Daniel has weak leader-member relations. According to Fiedler's LPC theory, what type of leadership style is appropriate in this situation?

Vroom's current formulation suggests that managers use one of two different decision trees. To do so, the manager first assesses the _____ in terms of several factors.

Which of the following is a task characteristic that may neutralize or substitute for leadership?

A manager tells a subordinate that he will not recommend her for promotion unless she supports his proposal in an upcoming sales meeting. Which type of political behavior is reflected in the given scenario?

When followers react favorably because they identify in some way with a leader, the leader is said to possess _____ power.

A supervisor exhibiting _____ behavior, identified by the path-goal theory, is most likely to let subordinates know what is expected of them, gives guidance and direction, and schedules work.

Which of the following is the most probable motive for a manager to engage in political behavior?

According to the path-goal theory, if people perceive that they are lacking in abilities, they are most likely to prefer _____ to help them understand path-goal relationships better.

The Managerial Grid shows that Paul is a 1,1 leader. Which of the following is true about Paul's leadership?

_____ is the style of leadership that goes beyond ordinary expectations by transmitting a sense of mission, stimulating learning experiences, and inspiring new ways of thinking.

The first organized approach to studying leadership focused on:

According to the Michigan studies, managers using _____ behavior are interested in developing a cohesive work group and ensuring that employees are satisfied with their jobs.

What is the significance of strategic, cross-cultural, and ethical leadership in contemporary business?

The more important the information and the fewer the people who have access to it, the greater is the degree of _____ power possessed by any one individual.

Aligning an organization with its environment requires _____ leadership.

Match the following numbered items with the most correct response letter. A response may be used once, more than once, or not at all. -Michigan studies

A manager who knows how to interact with an eccentric but important customer has _____ power.

Understanding the Managers Job

The Environment of Organizations and Managers

Planning and Strategic Management

Managing Decision Making

Entrepreneurship and New Venture Management

Organization Structure and Design

Organization Change and Innovation

Managing Human Resources in Organizations

Basic Elements of Individual Behavior in Organizations

Managing Employee Motivation and Performance

Communication in Organizations

Managing Work Groups and Teams

Basic Elements of Control

Managing Operations, Quality, and Productivity

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Exam 11: Leadership and Influence Processes

How did Fiedler measure leadership styles?

Impression management and inducement are forms of _____ behavior.

What measures should managers take to prevent political behavior from doing excessive damage?

Daniel has been appointed leader of a project task force. He has legitimate power in this position. The task is unstructured. Also, Daniel has weak leader-member relations. According to Fiedler's LPC theory, what type of leadership style is appropriate in this situation?

Vroom's current formulation suggests that managers use one of two different decision trees. To do so, the manager first assesses the _____ in terms of several factors.

Which of the following is a task characteristic that may neutralize or substitute for leadership?

A manager tells a subordinate that he will not recommend her for promotion unless she supports his proposal in an upcoming sales meeting. Which type of political behavior is reflected in the given scenario?

When followers react favorably because they identify in some way with a leader, the leader is said to possess _____ power.

A supervisor exhibiting _____ behavior, identified by the path-goal theory, is most likely to let subordinates know what is expected of them, gives guidance and direction, and schedules work.

Which of the following is the most probable motive for a manager to engage in political behavior?

According to the path-goal theory, if people perceive that they are lacking in abilities, they are most likely to prefer _____ to help them understand path-goal relationships better.

The Managerial Grid shows that Paul is a 1,1 leader. Which of the following is true about Paul's leadership?

_____ is the style of leadership that goes beyond ordinary expectations by transmitting a sense of mission, stimulating learning experiences, and inspiring new ways of thinking.

The first organized approach to studying leadership focused on:

According to the Michigan studies, managers using _____ behavior are interested in developing a cohesive work group and ensuring that employees are satisfied with their jobs.

What is the significance of strategic, cross-cultural, and ethical leadership in contemporary business?

The more important the information and the fewer the people who have access to it, the greater is the degree of _____ power possessed by any one individual.

Aligning an organization with its environment requires _____ leadership.

Match the following numbered items with the most correct response letter. A response may be used once, more than once, or not at all. -Michigan studies

A manager who knows how to interact with an eccentric but important customer has _____ power.

Understanding the Managers Job

The Environment of Organizations and Managers

Planning and Strategic Management

Managing Decision Making

Entrepreneurship and New Venture Management

Organization Structure and Design

Organization Change and Innovation

Managing Human Resources in Organizations

Basic Elements of Individual Behavior in Organizations

Managing Employee Motivation and Performance

Communication in Organizations

Managing Work Groups and Teams

Basic Elements of Control

Managing Operations, Quality, and Productivity

Filters