Question 1

An inspirational appeal involves obtaining formal or informal support from higher management.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Researchers have found ____ to be the most popular downward influence tactic.

Accepted Answer

A)  exchange tactics 
B)  pressure tactics 
C)  ingratiating tactics 
D)  assertiveness 
E)  consultation 
A)  exchange tactics 
B)  pressure tactics 
C)  ingratiating tactics 
D)  assertiveness 
E)  consultation E

Question 3

According to researchers, mentor relationships average about which length of time?

Accepted Answer

A)  No identifiable time frame 
B)  Five years 
C)  Six months 
D)  One year 
E)  Lifetime 
A)  No identifiable time frame 
B)  Five years 
C)  Six months 
D)  One year 
E)  Lifetime B

Question 4

According to Fiedler's contingency theory, task-motivated leaders tend to perform better in which situation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Moderately and highly favorable 
B)  Only highly unfavorable 
C)  Moderately favorable 
D)  Only highly favorable 
E)  Both highly favorable and highly unfavorable 
A)  Moderately and highly favorable 
B)  Only highly unfavorable 
C)  Moderately favorable 
D)  Only highly favorable 
E)  Both highly favorable and highly unfavorable

Question 5

In which leadership style does the leader delegate a great deal of authority while retaining ultimate responsibility?

Accepted Answer

A)  Authoritarian 
B)  A 9,1 style 
C)  Laissez-faire 
D)  Democratic 
E)  Low structure 
A)  Authoritarian 
B)  A 9,1 style 
C)  Laissez-faire 
D)  Democratic 
E)  Low structure

Question 6

Differentiate between standard intelligence and emotional intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Standard intelligence (IQ) dea

Question 7

The rational persuasion influence tactic involves trying to convince someone by relying on a detailed plan, supporting information, reasoning, or logic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

In a comprehensive review of 162 different studies, researchers found a significant difference in leadership styles exhibited by women and men.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Informal leaders should be removed as they are a serious threat to the organization's mission.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Mentors develop another person's abilities through tutoring, coaching, and guidance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

When Samantha threatened to punish Rudy if he did not come into work during the storm, Samantha was using her coercive power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Since intermittent reinforcement rewards only random instances of a behavior, it is ineffective.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

According to Fiedler's contingency theory of leadership, task-motivated leaders tend to perform best in which situations? Why?

Accepted Answer

They tend to perform better in either hi

Question 14

Authority is the ____ to direct others, while power is the ____ to get results.

Accepted Answer

A)  duty; right 
B)  right; ability 
C)  right; responsibility 
D)  duty; responsibility 
E)  obligation; right 
A)  duty; right 
B)  right; ability 
C)  right; responsibility 
D)  duty; responsibility 
E)  obligation; right

Question 15

"Being a time-consuming process" is the primary weakness of which classic leadership style?

Accepted Answer

A)  Balanced 
B)  Democratic 
C)  Laissez-faire 
D)  Authoritarian 
E)  Command-and-control 
A)  Balanced 
B)  Democratic 
C)  Laissez-faire 
D)  Authoritarian 
E)  Command-and-control

Question 16

____ is the newest approach in the evolution of leadership theory.

Accepted Answer

A)  Transformational 
B)  Behavioral styles 
C)  Virtual 
D)  Trait 
E)  Situational 
A)  Transformational 
B)  Behavioral styles 
C)  Virtual 
D)  Trait 
E)  Situational

Question 17

Those who possess and can disperse valued information generally exercise ____ power over those in need of such information.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

According to researchers, an emerging trend is the practice of formally assigning mentors which they have discovered is the most effective approach.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In organizations, reward power is enhanced by sought-after expressions of friendship or trust.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Power affects organizational members in the areas of decisions, behavior, and situations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

An inspirational appeal involves obtaining formal or informal support from higher management.

Researchers have found ____ to be the most popular downward influence tactic.

According to researchers, mentor relationships average about which length of time?

According to Fiedler's contingency theory, task-motivated leaders tend to perform better in which situation?

In which leadership style does the leader delegate a great deal of authority while retaining ultimate responsibility?

Differentiate between standard intelligence and emotional intelligence.

The rational persuasion influence tactic involves trying to convince someone by relying on a detailed plan, supporting information, reasoning, or logic.

In a comprehensive review of 162 different studies, researchers found a significant difference in leadership styles exhibited by women and men.

Informal leaders should be removed as they are a serious threat to the organization's mission.

Mentors develop another person's abilities through tutoring, coaching, and guidance.

When Samantha threatened to punish Rudy if he did not come into work during the storm, Samantha was using her coercive power.

Since intermittent reinforcement rewards only random instances of a behavior, it is ineffective.

According to Fiedler's contingency theory of leadership, task-motivated leaders tend to perform best in which situations? Why?

Authority is the to direct others, while power is the to get results.

"Being a time-consuming process" is the primary weakness of which classic leadership style?

____ is the newest approach in the evolution of leadership theory.

Those who possess and can disperse valued information generally exercise ____ power over those in need of such information.

According to researchers, an emerging trend is the practice of formally assigning mentors which they have discovered is the most effective approach.

In organizations, reward power is enhanced by sought-after expressions of friendship or trust.

Power affects organizational members in the areas of decisions, behavior, and situations.

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The Changing Environment of Management: Diversity, Global Economy, and Technology

International Management and Cross-Cultural Competence

Managements Social and Ethical Responsibilities

The Basics of Planning and Project Management

Strategic Management: Planning for Long-Term Success

Decision Making and Creative Problem Solving

Organizations: Effectiveness, Design, and Cultures

Human Resource Management

Communicating in the Internet Age

Motivating Job Performance

Group Dynamics and Teamwork

Change, Conflict, and Negotiation

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Exam 14: Influence, Power, and Leadership

An inspirational appeal involves obtaining formal or informal support from higher management.

Researchers have found ____ to be the most popular downward influence tactic.

According to researchers, mentor relationships average about which length of time?

According to Fiedler's contingency theory, task-motivated leaders tend to perform better in which situation?

In which leadership style does the leader delegate a great deal of authority while retaining ultimate responsibility?

Differentiate between standard intelligence and emotional intelligence.

The rational persuasion influence tactic involves trying to convince someone by relying on a detailed plan, supporting information, reasoning, or logic.

In a comprehensive review of 162 different studies, researchers found a significant difference in leadership styles exhibited by women and men.

Informal leaders should be removed as they are a serious threat to the organization's mission.

Mentors develop another person's abilities through tutoring, coaching, and guidance.

When Samantha threatened to punish Rudy if he did not come into work during the storm, Samantha was using her coercive power.

Since intermittent reinforcement rewards only random instances of a behavior, it is ineffective.

According to Fiedler's contingency theory of leadership, task-motivated leaders tend to perform best in which situations? Why?

Authority is the ____ to direct others, while power is the ____ to get results.

"Being a time-consuming process" is the primary weakness of which classic leadership style?

____ is the newest approach in the evolution of leadership theory.

Those who possess and can disperse valued information generally exercise ____ power over those in need of such information.

According to researchers, an emerging trend is the practice of formally assigning mentors which they have discovered is the most effective approach.

In organizations, reward power is enhanced by sought-after expressions of friendship or trust.

Power affects organizational members in the areas of decisions, behavior, and situations.

Managers and Entrepreneurs

The Evolution of Management Thought

The Changing Environment of Management: Diversity, Global Economy, and Technology

International Management and Cross-Cultural Competence

Managements Social and Ethical Responsibilities

The Basics of Planning and Project Management

Strategic Management: Planning for Long-Term Success

Decision Making and Creative Problem Solving

Organizations: Effectiveness, Design, and Cultures

Human Resource Management

Communicating in the Internet Age

Motivating Job Performance

Group Dynamics and Teamwork

Change, Conflict, and Negotiation

Organizational Control and Quality Improvement

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Authority is the to direct others, while power is the to get results.