Question 1

In terms of core self-evaluations, the tendency to see oneself as confident, secure and steady is:

Accepted Answer

A)  self-esteem. 
B)  generalized self-efficacy. 
C)  locus of control. 
D)  emotional stability. 
A)  self-esteem. 
B)  generalized self-efficacy. 
C)  locus of control. 
D)  emotional stability. D

Question 2

The capacity to move one's body in an agile manner is known as:

Accepted Answer

A)  strength. 
B)  flexibility. 
C)  stamina. 
D)  speed. 
A)  strength. 
B)  flexibility. 
C)  stamina. 
D)  speed. B

Question 3

The ability to solve everyday problems and get things done is an example of one's practical intelligence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

"High Machs" will perform better than "low Machs" on jobs that are:

Accepted Answer

A)  highly structured. 
B)  loosely structured. 
C)  stable, low in emotional content. 
D)  All of the above. 
A)  highly structured. 
B)  loosely structured. 
C)  stable, low in emotional content. 
D)  All of the above.

Question 5

A test's ________ reflects its consistency and stability over time.

Accepted Answer

A)  reliability 
B)  objectivity 
C)  validity 
D)  projectivity 
A)  reliability 
B)  objectivity 
C)  validity 
D)  projectivity

Question 6

Research shows that individual differences for various times of the day are real and are important to job performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Research on positive and negative affectivity on the job has shown:

Accepted Answer

A)  for MBA students, those with a strong negative affectivity were superior in managerial potential, accuracy, and overall performance than other students. 
B)  that the more positive the group's affective tone, the higher their efficiency as a group. 
C)  that groups with negative affectivity were more effective in problem solving than other groups. 
D)  they have little impact on job performance. 
A)  for MBA students, those with a strong negative affectivity were superior in managerial potential, accuracy, and overall performance than other students. 
B)  that the more positive the group's affective tone, the higher their efficiency as a group. 
C)  that groups with negative affectivity were more effective in problem solving than other groups. 
D)  they have little impact on job performance.

Question 8

The personality dimension ________ can be characterized by the statement "I usually feel sad or down."

Accepted Answer

A)  conscientiousness 
B)  extroversion-introversion 
C)  agreeableness 
D)  emotional stability 
A)  conscientiousness 
B)  extroversion-introversion 
C)  agreeableness 
D)  emotional stability

Question 9

The ability to move quickly is known as:

Accepted Answer

A)  strength. 
B)  flexibility. 
C)  stamina. 
D)  speed. 
A)  strength. 
B)  flexibility. 
C)  stamina. 
D)  speed.

Question 10

Define Machiavellianism and review its tenets.

Accepted Answer

In 1513, Niccolo Machiavelli published a

Question 11

Someone who is a high "Mach" has a personality similar to that of a con artist.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The ability to analyze logical relationships and to recognize the underlying principles is:

Accepted Answer

A)  numerical ability. 
B)  space visualization. 
C)  numerical reasoning. 
D)  symbolic reasoning. 
A)  numerical ability. 
B)  space visualization. 
C)  numerical reasoning. 
D)  symbolic reasoning.

Question 13

The Cologne Company is interesting and unique. The Cologne Company has a personality that is:

Accepted Answer

A)  dominant. 
B)  innovative. 
C)  boy scout. 
D)  thrifty. 
A)  dominant. 
B)  innovative. 
C)  boy scout. 
D)  thrifty.

Question 14

According to the interactionist perspective in organizational behavior:

Accepted Answer

A)  behavior is solely determined by personality. 
B)  behavior is a function of personality and situational factors. 
C)  the environment is the dominant element in determining behavior. 
D)  personality is not a valuable concept even though certain traits do exist. 
A)  behavior is solely determined by personality. 
B)  behavior is a function of personality and situational factors. 
C)  the environment is the dominant element in determining behavior. 
D)  personality is not a valuable concept even though certain traits do exist.

Question 15

Joe was administered a test which used a series of question to determine his personality. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  projective tests. 
B)  objective tests. 
C)  reliability. 
D)  validity. 
A)  projective tests. 
B)  objective tests. 
C)  reliability. 
D)  validity.

Question 16

The Big Five personality dimension of ________ measures the tendency to seek stimulation and enjoy the company of other people.

Accepted Answer

A)  conscientiousness 
B)  extroversion 
C)  agreeableness 
D)  emotional stability 
A)  conscientiousness 
B)  extroversion 
C)  agreeableness 
D)  emotional stability

Question 17

The desire to achieve success to avoid appearing incompetent is:

Accepted Answer

A)  learning goal orientation. 
B)  performance goal orientation. 
C)  avoidance goal orientation. 
D)  Machiavellianism. 
A)  learning goal orientation. 
B)  performance goal orientation. 
C)  avoidance goal orientation. 
D)  Machiavellianism.

Question 18

About 30% of people in the US labor force work at night or on rotating schedules.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In terms of core self-evaluations, the person's belief about his or her capacity to perform specific tasks successfully is:

Accepted Answer

A)  self-esteem. 
B)  generalized self-efficacy. 
C)  locus of control. 
D)  emotional stability. 
A)  self-esteem. 
B)  generalized self-efficacy. 
C)  locus of control. 
D)  emotional stability.

Question 20

While there are a variety of opinions on personality, an important determinant of human behavior is:

Accepted Answer

A)  the situation or setting of the behavior. 
B)  the age and general intelligence of the individual. 
C)  the gender and ethnic background of a person. 
D)  genetics; personality is almost solely determined by birth according to most social scientists. 
A)  the situation or setting of the behavior. 
B)  the age and general intelligence of the individual. 
C)  the gender and ethnic background of a person. 
D)  genetics; personality is almost solely determined by birth according to most social scientists.

In terms of core self-evaluations, the tendency to see oneself as confident, secure and steady is:

The capacity to move one's body in an agile manner is known as:

The ability to solve everyday problems and get things done is an example of one's practical intelligence.

"High Machs" will perform better than "low Machs" on jobs that are:

A test's ________ reflects its consistency and stability over time.

Research shows that individual differences for various times of the day are real and are important to job performance.

Research on positive and negative affectivity on the job has shown:

The personality dimension ________ can be characterized by the statement "I usually feel sad or down."

The ability to move quickly is known as:

Define Machiavellianism and review its tenets.

Someone who is a high "Mach" has a personality similar to that of a con artist.

The ability to analyze logical relationships and to recognize the underlying principles is:

The Cologne Company is interesting and unique. The Cologne Company has a personality that is:

According to the interactionist perspective in organizational behavior:

Joe was administered a test which used a series of question to determine his personality. This is an example of:

The Big Five personality dimension of ________ measures the tendency to seek stimulation and enjoy the company of other people.

The desire to achieve success to avoid appearing incompetent is:

About 30% of people in the US labor force work at night or on rotating schedules.

In terms of core self-evaluations, the person's belief about his or her capacity to perform specific tasks successfully is:

While there are a variety of opinions on personality, an important determinant of human behavior is:

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Motivation in Organizations

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Exam 4: Individual Differences: Personality, Skills, and Abilities

In terms of core self-evaluations, the tendency to see oneself as confident, secure and steady is:

The capacity to move one's body in an agile manner is known as:

The ability to solve everyday problems and get things done is an example of one's practical intelligence.

"High Machs" will perform better than "low Machs" on jobs that are:

A test's ________ reflects its consistency and stability over time.

Research shows that individual differences for various times of the day are real and are important to job performance.

Research on positive and negative affectivity on the job has shown:

The personality dimension ________ can be characterized by the statement "I usually feel sad or down."

The ability to move quickly is known as:

Define Machiavellianism and review its tenets.

Someone who is a high "Mach" has a personality similar to that of a con artist.

The ability to analyze logical relationships and to recognize the underlying principles is:

The Cologne Company is interesting and unique. The Cologne Company has a personality that is:

According to the interactionist perspective in organizational behavior:

Joe was administered a test which used a series of question to determine his personality. This is an example of:

The Big Five personality dimension of ________ measures the tendency to seek stimulation and enjoy the company of other people.

The desire to achieve success to avoid appearing incompetent is:

About 30% of people in the US labor force work at night or on rotating schedules.

In terms of core self-evaluations, the person's belief about his or her capacity to perform specific tasks successfully is:

While there are a variety of opinions on personality, an important determinant of human behavior is:

The Field of Organizational Behavior

Organizational Justice, Ethics, and Corporate Social Responsibility

Perception and Learning: Understanding and Adapting to the Work Environment

Coping With Organizational Life: Emotions and Stress

Work-Related Attitudes: Prejudice, Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment

Motivation in Organizations

Group Dynamics and Work Teams

Communication in Organizations

Decisions Making in Organizations

Conflict, Cooperation, Trust, and Deviance: Interpersonal Behavior at Work

Power: Its Uses and Abuses in Organizations

Leadership in Organizations

Organizational Culture, Creativity, and Innovation

Organizational Structure and Design

Managing Organizational Change: Strategic Planning and Organizational Development

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