Question 1

According to the attraction-selection-attrition (ASA) theory, job applicants:

Accepted Answer

A) with a variety of personal characteristics are preferred by organizations, resulting in a more heterogeneous organization. 
B) avoid employment in companies whose values seem incompatible with their own values. 
C) do not typically pay much heed to organizational values when applying for work. 
D) avoid other applicants if they are competing for the same jobs. 
E) are attracted to companies who are likely to provide them with the greatest financial rewards. 
A) with a variety of personal characteristics are preferred by organizations, resulting in a more heterogeneous organization. 
B) avoid employment in companies whose values seem incompatible with their own values. 
C) do not typically pay much heed to organizational values when applying for work. 
D) avoid other applicants if they are competing for the same jobs. 
E) are attracted to companies who are likely to provide them with the greatest financial rewards.

Question 2

To have their greatest effect, organizational stories must describe real people and recount true past events.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Assimilation is the most common form of cultural merging strategy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Reality shock occurs on or before the first day of work, then quickly subsides.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Subcultures contradict the dominant culture by espousing parallel assumptions and values.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following is a verbal symbol of cultural values?

Accepted Answer

A) Speeches at ceremonies 
B) Expressions of anger 
C) Shared assumptions 
D) Beliefs 
E) Rituals 
A) Speeches at ceremonies 
B) Expressions of anger 
C) Shared assumptions 
D) Beliefs 
E) Rituals

According to the attraction-selection-attrition (ASA) theory, job applicants:

To have their greatest effect, organizational stories must describe real people and recount true past events.

Assimilation is the most common form of cultural merging strategy.

Reality shock occurs on or before the first day of work, then quickly subsides.

Subcultures contradict the dominant culture by espousing parallel assumptions and values.

Which of the following is a verbal symbol of cultural values?

Introduction to the Field of Organizational Behavior

Individual Behavior, Personality, and Values

Perceiving Ourselves and Others in Organizations

Workplace Emotions, Attitudes, and Stress

Foundations of Employee Motivation

Applied Performance Practices

Decision Making and Creativity

Team Dynamics

Communicating in Teams and Organizations

Power and Influence in the Workplace

Conflict and Negotiation in the Workplace

Leadership in Organizational Settings

Designing Organizational Structures

Organizational Change

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Exam 14: Organizational Culture

According to the attraction-selection-attrition (ASA) theory, job applicants:

To have their greatest effect, organizational stories must describe real people and recount true past events.

Assimilation is the most common form of cultural merging strategy.

Reality shock occurs on or before the first day of work, then quickly subsides.

Subcultures contradict the dominant culture by espousing parallel assumptions and values.

Which of the following is a verbal symbol of cultural values?

Introduction to the Field of Organizational Behavior

Individual Behavior, Personality, and Values

Perceiving Ourselves and Others in Organizations

Workplace Emotions, Attitudes, and Stress

Foundations of Employee Motivation

Applied Performance Practices

Decision Making and Creativity

Team Dynamics

Communicating in Teams and Organizations

Power and Influence in the Workplace

Conflict and Negotiation in the Workplace

Leadership in Organizational Settings

Designing Organizational Structures

Organizational Change

Filters