Question 1

Less complex innovations are more likely to diffuse than more complex innovations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Broadcasting design problems to a large audience of potential innovators is an example of closed innovation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Perceived threat can be a motivator for change and prevent inertia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Idea champions are also referred to as ________ within larger organizational settings.

Accepted Answer

A) product champion 
B) intrapreneurs 
C) project champion 
D) corporate entrepreneurs 
E) all of the above 
A) product champion 
B) intrapreneurs 
C) project champion 
D) corporate entrepreneurs 
E) all of the above

Question 5

Lewin's model of change does not apply to firms in hyper-turbulent environments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Reengineering examines and changes ________ in order to streamline the organization.

Accepted Answer

organizati

Question 7

An innovation in how to design products,make products,or deliver services would be classed as a(n)________ innovation.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An innovation in how to design products,make...

Question 8

Money is not the only resource that spurs innovation.________ can be an even more crucial factor for some innovations.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Money is not the only resource that...

Question 9

What two companies engage in extensive creativity training?

Accepted Answer

A) Frito-Lay and Dupont 
B) Frito-Lay and 3M 
C) Google and 3M 
D) Volvo and Dupont 
E) 3M and Volvo 
A) Frito-Lay and Dupont 
B) Frito-Lay and 3M 
C) Google and 3M 
D) Volvo and Dupont 
E) 3M and Volvo

Question 10

One of the most important and difficult changes that an organization can make is to change its ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of One of the most important and difficult...

Question 11

The Bouncy Ball Company recently began using teams in the production of its bouncy balls.At first things seemed to be working,but then a number of problems began to arise.Team members were not always sure what they were supposed to be doing and they were having trouble coordinating their efforts.As a result,the balls were not as bouncy as they were supposed to be and many of them had to be scrapped.The company has decided to contact a consultant to help them with team building.As the consultant,what will you tell the company about team building and the team building process?

Accepted Answer

You should tell them that team building

Question 12

In order for change to occur,people must have the capability and the ________ and the motivation to change.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In order for change to occur,people must...

Question 13

In recent years OD practitioners have developed greater concern for

Accepted Answer

A) organizational strategy and effectiveness. 
B) employee self-actualization. 
C) humanism. 
D) finance and accounting. 
E) trust and cooperation. 
A) organizational strategy and effectiveness. 
B) employee self-actualization. 
C) humanism. 
D) finance and accounting. 
E) trust and cooperation.

Question 14

"Bootlegging" funds from approved projects to some other project and camouflaging one's creative work from management scrutiny are examples of ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of "Bootlegging" funds from approved projects to some...

Question 15

One of the traditional value assumptions of organizational development is that self-actualization in the workplace is desirable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

If the results of a pilot change program are adopted by other parts of the organization,diffusion is said to have occurred.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Crises are especially likely to stimulate ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Crises are especially likely to stimulate ________....

Question 18

Organizations in a ________ environment must generally exhibit more change to be effective than those operating in a more ________ environment.

Accepted Answer

A) dynamic; stable 
B) dynamic; hostile 
C) stable; dynamic 
D) stable; open 
E) open; hostile 
A) dynamic; stable 
B) dynamic; hostile 
C) stable; dynamic 
D) stable; open 
E) open; hostile

Question 19

What are the primary methods of organizational learning?

Accepted Answer

A) Knowledge finding and knowledge sharing 
B) Knowledge acquisition and knowledge innovation 
C) Knowledge creation and knowledge sharing 
D) Knowledge acquisition and knowledge development 
E) Knowledge acquisition and knowledge management 
A) Knowledge finding and knowledge sharing 
B) Knowledge acquisition and knowledge innovation 
C) Knowledge creation and knowledge sharing 
D) Knowledge acquisition and knowledge development 
E) Knowledge acquisition and knowledge management

Question 20

What is open innovation and what does it involve on the part of an organization?

Accepted Answer

Open innovation involves extracting inno

Less complex innovations are more likely to diffuse than more complex innovations.

Broadcasting design problems to a large audience of potential innovators is an example of closed innovation.

Perceived threat can be a motivator for change and prevent inertia.

Idea champions are also referred to as ________ within larger organizational settings.

Lewin's model of change does not apply to firms in hyper-turbulent environments.

Reengineering examines and changes ________ in order to streamline the organization.

An innovation in how to design products,make products,or deliver services would be classed as a(n)________ innovation.

Money is not the only resource that spurs innovation.________ can be an even more crucial factor for some innovations.

What two companies engage in extensive creativity training?

One of the most important and difficult changes that an organization can make is to change its ________.

In order for change to occur,people must have the capability and the ________ and the motivation to change.

In recent years OD practitioners have developed greater concern for

"Bootlegging" funds from approved projects to some other project and camouflaging one's creative work from management scrutiny are examples of ________.

One of the traditional value assumptions of organizational development is that self-actualization in the workplace is desirable.

If the results of a pilot change program are adopted by other parts of the organization,diffusion is said to have occurred.

Crises are especially likely to stimulate ________.

Organizations in a environment must generally exhibit more change to be effective than those operating in a more environment.

What are the primary methods of organizational learning?

What is open innovation and what does it involve on the part of an organization?

Organizational Behaviour and Management

Personality and Learning

Perception, Attribution, and Diversity

Values,Attitudes,and Work Behaviour

Theories of Work Motivation

Motivation in Practice

Groups and Teamwork

Social Influence, Socialization, and Organizational Culture

Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Power, Politics, and Ethics

Conflict and Stress

Organizational Structure

Filters

Exam 15: Organizational Change,Development,and Innovation

Less complex innovations are more likely to diffuse than more complex innovations.

Broadcasting design problems to a large audience of potential innovators is an example of closed innovation.

Perceived threat can be a motivator for change and prevent inertia.

Idea champions are also referred to as ________ within larger organizational settings.

Lewin's model of change does not apply to firms in hyper-turbulent environments.

Reengineering examines and changes ________ in order to streamline the organization.

An innovation in how to design products,make products,or deliver services would be classed as a(n)________ innovation.

Money is not the only resource that spurs innovation.________ can be an even more crucial factor for some innovations.

What two companies engage in extensive creativity training?

One of the most important and difficult changes that an organization can make is to change its ________.

In order for change to occur,people must have the capability and the ________ and the motivation to change.

In recent years OD practitioners have developed greater concern for

"Bootlegging" funds from approved projects to some other project and camouflaging one's creative work from management scrutiny are examples of ________.

One of the traditional value assumptions of organizational development is that self-actualization in the workplace is desirable.

If the results of a pilot change program are adopted by other parts of the organization,diffusion is said to have occurred.

Crises are especially likely to stimulate ________.

Organizations in a ________ environment must generally exhibit more change to be effective than those operating in a more ________ environment.

What are the primary methods of organizational learning?

What is open innovation and what does it involve on the part of an organization?

Organizational Behaviour and Management

Personality and Learning

Perception, Attribution, and Diversity

Values,Attitudes,and Work Behaviour

Theories of Work Motivation

Motivation in Practice

Groups and Teamwork

Social Influence, Socialization, and Organizational Culture

Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Power, Politics, and Ethics

Conflict and Stress

Organizational Structure

Filters

Organizations in a environment must generally exhibit more change to be effective than those operating in a more environment.