Question 1

This manager believes that, if people are committed to the goals, they will exercise self-direction and self-control.

Accepted Answer

A) Theory X 
B) Theory Z 
C) Theory Y 
D) Theory A 
A) Theory X 
B) Theory Z 
C) Theory Y 
D) Theory A

Question 2

What are the different types of leadership styles?

Accepted Answer

Leader behaviors can be translated into

Question 3

This is a dynamic view that factors in fundamental concerns, but ultimately emphasizes positive human potential.

Accepted Answer

A) GLOBE 
B) CR 
C) POS 
D) LF 
A) GLOBE 
B) CR 
C) POS 
D) LF

Question 4

All of the following are assumptions that underlie Theory Z management except:

Accepted Answer

A) People are motivated by a strong sense of commitment to be part of a greater whole-the organization in which they work. 
B) People are motivated by financial rewards, but not by job security. 
C) Employees seek out responsibility and look for opportunities to advance in an organization. 
D) Employees who learn different aspects of the business will be in a better position to contribute to the broader goals of the organization. 
A) People are motivated by a strong sense of commitment to be part of a greater whole-the organization in which they work. 
B) People are motivated by financial rewards, but not by job security. 
C) Employees seek out responsibility and look for opportunities to advance in an organization. 
D) Employees who learn different aspects of the business will be in a better position to contribute to the broader goals of the organization.

Question 5

Discuss Theory X, Theory Y, and Theory Z.

Accepted Answer

Douglas McGregor, the pioneering leaders

Question 6

Bass found that the most effective managers were _____ leaders.

Accepted Answer

A) Transformational 
B) Transactional 
C) Variable 
D) Functional 
A) Transformational 
B) Transactional 
C) Variable 
D) Functional

Question 7

British managers tend to use a highly autocratic approach to leadership.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

These leaders are visionary agents with a sense of mission who are capable of motivating their followers to accept new goals and new ways of doing things.

Accepted Answer

A) Transactional 
B) Negotiable 
C) Transformational 
D) Formational 
A) Transactional 
B) Negotiable 
C) Transformational 
D) Formational

Question 9

What is leadership? What areas warrant attention as a foundation for the study of leadership in an international setting?

Accepted Answer

Leadership is a complex process that can

Question 10

Bass found that through the use of higher-order factor analysis it is possible to develop a leadership model that illustrates the effectiveness of all five types of leaders:

Accepted Answer

A) I's (transformational), CR, MBE-A, MBA, and BAE-P 
B) MBE-A, MBE-P, ABC, Trans, and LF 
C) CR, CAB, LF, MBA, and MBE-A 
D) I's (transformational), CR, MBE-A, MBE-P, and LF 
A) I's (transformational), CR, MBE-A, MBA, and BAE-P 
B) MBE-A, MBE-P, ABC, Trans, and LF 
C) CR, CAB, LF, MBA, and MBE-A 
D) I's (transformational), CR, MBE-A, MBE-P, and LF

Question 11

Paternalistic leadership is the use of work-centered behavior that is designed to ensure task accomplishment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

A Theory X manager believes that under the right conditions, people not only will work hard but seek increased responsibility and challenge.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

_____ leaders typically encourage their people to play an active role in assuming control of their work, and authority usually is highly decentralized.

Accepted Answer

A) Suppressive 
B) Autocratic 
C) Participative 
D) Team-oriented 
A) Suppressive 
B) Autocratic 
C) Participative 
D) Team-oriented

Question 14

Which type of leadership is popular in many technologically advanced countries?

Accepted Answer

A) Paternalistic 
B) Authoritarian 
C) Autocratic 
D) Participative 
A) Paternalistic 
B) Authoritarian 
C) Autocratic 
D) Participative

Question 15

The focus of attention of this leadership style usually is on work progress, work procedures, and roadblocks that are preventing goal attainment.

Accepted Answer

A) Participative 
B) Authoritarian 
C) Paternalistic 
D) Laissez-faire 
A) Participative 
B) Authoritarian 
C) Paternalistic 
D) Laissez-faire

Question 16

These leaders expect everyone to work hard; in turn, the employees will be guaranteed employment and given security benefits such as medical and retirement programs.

Accepted Answer

A) Participative 
B) Paternalistic 
C) Autocratic 
D) Authoritarian 
A) Participative 
B) Paternalistic 
C) Autocratic 
D) Authoritarian

Question 17

Leader behaviors can be translated into three commonly recognized styles.These are:

Accepted Answer

A) Autocratic, suppressive, and cooperative 
B) Authoritarian, paternalistic, and participative 
C) Suppressive, paternalistic, and team-oriented 
D) Cooperative, team-oriented and participative 
A) Autocratic, suppressive, and cooperative 
B) Authoritarian, paternalistic, and participative 
C) Suppressive, paternalistic, and team-oriented 
D) Cooperative, team-oriented and participative

Question 18

"Transformational leaders are able to get their followers to question old paradigms and to accept new views of the world regarding how things now need to be done." Which characteristic factor of transformational leaders is being described?

Accepted Answer

A) Idealized influence 
B) Inspirational motivation 
C) Intellectual stimulation 
D) Individualized consideration 
A) Idealized influence 
B) Inspirational motivation 
C) Intellectual stimulation 
D) Individualized consideration

Question 19

A Theory Y manager believes that under conditions of modern industrial life, the intellectual potential of the average human being is only partially tapped.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following leaders takes action or intervenes in situations only when standards are not met?

Accepted Answer

A) Passive management-by-exception leader 
B) Laissez-faire leader 
C) Contingent reward leader 
D) Active management-by-exception leader 
A) Passive management-by-exception leader 
B) Laissez-faire leader 
C) Contingent reward leader 
D) Active management-by-exception leader

This manager believes that, if people are committed to the goals, they will exercise self-direction and self-control.

What are the different types of leadership styles?

This is a dynamic view that factors in fundamental concerns, but ultimately emphasizes positive human potential.

All of the following are assumptions that underlie Theory Z management except:

Discuss Theory X, Theory Y, and Theory Z.

Bass found that the most effective managers were _____ leaders.

British managers tend to use a highly autocratic approach to leadership.

These leaders are visionary agents with a sense of mission who are capable of motivating their followers to accept new goals and new ways of doing things.

What is leadership? What areas warrant attention as a foundation for the study of leadership in an international setting?

Bass found that through the use of higher-order factor analysis it is possible to develop a leadership model that illustrates the effectiveness of all five types of leaders:

Paternalistic leadership is the use of work-centered behavior that is designed to ensure task accomplishment.

A Theory X manager believes that under the right conditions, people not only will work hard but seek increased responsibility and challenge.

_____ leaders typically encourage their people to play an active role in assuming control of their work, and authority usually is highly decentralized.

Which type of leadership is popular in many technologically advanced countries?

The focus of attention of this leadership style usually is on work progress, work procedures, and roadblocks that are preventing goal attainment.

These leaders expect everyone to work hard; in turn, the employees will be guaranteed employment and given security benefits such as medical and retirement programs.

Leader behaviors can be translated into three commonly recognized styles.These are:

"Transformational leaders are able to get their followers to question old paradigms and to accept new views of the world regarding how things now need to be done." Which characteristic factor of transformational leaders is being described?

A Theory Y manager believes that under conditions of modern industrial life, the intellectual potential of the average human being is only partially tapped.

Which of the following leaders takes action or intervenes in situations only when standards are not met?

Globalization and International Linkages

The Political, Legal, and Technological Environment

Ethics, Social Responsibility, and Sustainability

The Meanings and Dimensions of Culture

Managing Across Cultures

Organizational Cultures and Diversity

Cross-Cultural and Negotiation

Strategy Formulation and Implementation

Entry Strategies and Organizational Structures

Managing Political Risk, Government Relations, and Alliances

Management Decision and Control

Motivation Across Cultures

Human Resource Selection and Development Across Cultures

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Exam 13: Leadership Across Cultures

This manager believes that, if people are committed to the goals, they will exercise self-direction and self-control.

What are the different types of leadership styles?

This is a dynamic view that factors in fundamental concerns, but ultimately emphasizes positive human potential.

All of the following are assumptions that underlie Theory Z management except:

Discuss Theory X, Theory Y, and Theory Z.

Bass found that the most effective managers were _____ leaders.

British managers tend to use a highly autocratic approach to leadership.

These leaders are visionary agents with a sense of mission who are capable of motivating their followers to accept new goals and new ways of doing things.

What is leadership? What areas warrant attention as a foundation for the study of leadership in an international setting?

Bass found that through the use of higher-order factor analysis it is possible to develop a leadership model that illustrates the effectiveness of all five types of leaders:

Paternalistic leadership is the use of work-centered behavior that is designed to ensure task accomplishment.

A Theory X manager believes that under the right conditions, people not only will work hard but seek increased responsibility and challenge.

_____ leaders typically encourage their people to play an active role in assuming control of their work, and authority usually is highly decentralized.

Which type of leadership is popular in many technologically advanced countries?

The focus of attention of this leadership style usually is on work progress, work procedures, and roadblocks that are preventing goal attainment.

These leaders expect everyone to work hard; in turn, the employees will be guaranteed employment and given security benefits such as medical and retirement programs.

Leader behaviors can be translated into three commonly recognized styles.These are:

"Transformational leaders are able to get their followers to question old paradigms and to accept new views of the world regarding how things now need to be done." Which characteristic factor of transformational leaders is being described?

A Theory Y manager believes that under conditions of modern industrial life, the intellectual potential of the average human being is only partially tapped.

Which of the following leaders takes action or intervenes in situations only when standards are not met?

Globalization and International Linkages

The Political, Legal, and Technological Environment

Ethics, Social Responsibility, and Sustainability

The Meanings and Dimensions of Culture

Managing Across Cultures

Organizational Cultures and Diversity

Cross-Cultural and Negotiation

Strategy Formulation and Implementation

Entry Strategies and Organizational Structures

Managing Political Risk, Government Relations, and Alliances

Management Decision and Control

Motivation Across Cultures

Human Resource Selection and Development Across Cultures

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