Question 1

What can management do to create a more ethical culture within an organization?

Accepted Answer

To create a more ethical culture, manage

Question 2

An organizations culture develops over time and is rooted in ________ to which employees are strongly committed.

Accepted Answer

A)  values 
B)  tasks 
C)  rewards 
D)  both A and B 
E)  all A, B, and C 
A)  values 
B)  tasks 
C)  rewards 
D)  both A and B 
E)  all A, B, and C

Question 3

Which of the following statements is true regarding the functions of culture in an organization?

Accepted Answer

A)  It hinders the generation of commitment to something larger than individual self-interest. 
B)  It conveys a sense of identity for organization members. 
C)  It reduces the stability of the social system. 
D)  It reduces distinctions between one organization and others. 
E)  It does not affect employees' attitudes and behavior. 
A)  It hinders the generation of commitment to something larger than individual self-interest. 
B)  It conveys a sense of identity for organization members. 
C)  It reduces the stability of the social system. 
D)  It reduces distinctions between one organization and others. 
E)  It does not affect employees' attitudes and behavior.

Question 4

Today's trend toward decentralized organizations makes it easier to establish a strong culture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Compare and contrast dominant culture and subculture.

Accepted Answer

Organizational culture represents a comm

Question 6

In virtual organizations, it is difficult to establish a common set of norms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

When you start to accept the differences between your expectations and the reality of the organization, you move into the ________ stage of socialization.

Accepted Answer

A)  prearrival 
B)  post-arrival 
C)  acceptance 
D)  metamorphosis 
E)  post-encounter 
A)  prearrival 
B)  post-arrival 
C)  acceptance 
D)  metamorphosis 
E)  post-encounter

Question 8

If there is a basic conflict between the individual's expectations and the reality of working in an organization, the employee is most likely to be disillusioned and quit during the ________ stage of socialization.

Accepted Answer

A)  prearrival 
B)  post-arrival 
C)  encounter 
D)  metamorphosis 
E)  post-encounter 
A)  prearrival 
B)  post-arrival 
C)  encounter 
D)  metamorphosis 
E)  post-encounter

Question 9

A critic noted, "Promoting a social orthodoxy of positiveness focuses on a particular constellation of desirable states and traits but, in so doing, can stigmatize those who fail to fit the template." Do you feel that managers can go too far in creating a positive culture? Explain your responses.

Accepted Answer

Responses will vary but should

Question 10

Managers in a developing country would see which of the following as ethical responsibility?

Accepted Answer

A)  paying people "under the table" 
B)  doing favors for family and friends 
C)  giving the workers a share of the company 
D)  both A and C 
E)  both B and C 
A)  paying people "under the table" 
B)  doing favors for family and friends 
C)  giving the workers a share of the company 
D)  both A and C 
E)  both B and C

Question 11

Describe the functions of organizational culture.

Accepted Answer

Organizational culture performs a number

Question 12

Which of the following act(s) as a common denominator to unite members of a given culture or subculture?

Accepted Answer

A)  mechanistic organizational structure 
B)  360 degree appraisals 
C)  jargons and acronyms that are specific to the organization 
D)  bureaucratic organizational structure 
E)  unity of command 
A)  mechanistic organizational structure 
B)  360 degree appraisals 
C)  jargons and acronyms that are specific to the organization 
D)  bureaucratic organizational structure 
E)  unity of command

Question 13

"Stability" is one of the seven primary characteristics that captures the essence of an organization's culture. It indicates the degree to which ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  employees are encouraged to be innovative and take risks 
B)  management focuses on results or outcomes rather than on the techniques and processes used to achieve them 
C)  management decisions take into consideration the effect of outcomes on people within the organization 
D)  work activities are organized around teams rather than individuals 
E)  organizational activities emphasize maintaining the status quo in contrast to growth 
A)  employees are encouraged to be innovative and take risks 
B)  management focuses on results or outcomes rather than on the techniques and processes used to achieve them 
C)  management decisions take into consideration the effect of outcomes on people within the organization 
D)  work activities are organized around teams rather than individuals 
E)  organizational activities emphasize maintaining the status quo in contrast to growth

Question 14

Both ________ and strong culture achieve the same end result of predictability, orderliness, and consistency.

Accepted Answer

A)  high formalization 
B)  low departmentalization 
C)  wide span of control 
D)  low work specialization 
E)  people orientation 
A)  high formalization 
B)  low departmentalization 
C)  wide span of control 
D)  low work specialization 
E)  people orientation

Question 15

When you begin to notice things that are not as per your expectation, you are in the ________ stage of socialization.

Accepted Answer

A)  orientation 
B)  prearrival 
C)  encounter 
D)  metamorphosis 
E)  post-arrival 
A)  orientation 
B)  prearrival 
C)  encounter 
D)  metamorphosis 
E)  post-arrival

Question 16

In recent years, ________ has become the primary concern in acquisitions and mergers.

Accepted Answer

A)  cultural compatibility 
B)  employee diversity 
C)  financial advantage 
D)  product synergy 
E)  legal complication 
A)  cultural compatibility 
B)  employee diversity 
C)  financial advantage 
D)  product synergy 
E)  legal complication

Question 17

A(n) ________ organization is an organization that takes on a life of its own, apart from its founders or members and is valued for itself and not for the goods or services it produces.

Accepted Answer

A)  virtual 
B)  matrix 
C)  boundaryless 
D)  institutionalized 
E)  centralized 
A)  virtual 
B)  matrix 
C)  boundaryless 
D)  institutionalized 
E)  centralized

Question 18

Describe the various situations under which culture acts as a liability.

Accepted Answer

The various situations under which cultu

Question 19

What are the various ways in which the organizational culture can be transmitted to the employees?

Accepted Answer

Culture is transmitted to employees in a

Question 20

A code of ethics is a mechanism which works to establish a strong organizational culture by ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  forcing employees to act in a certain manner 
B)  reducing ambiguities in how employees should act 
C)  providing a strong message to the public about the company 
D)  both A and C 
E)  both B and C 
A)  forcing employees to act in a certain manner 
B)  reducing ambiguities in how employees should act 
C)  providing a strong message to the public about the company 
D)  both A and C 
E)  both B and C

What can management do to create a more ethical culture within an organization?

An organizations culture develops over time and is rooted in ________ to which employees are strongly committed.

Which of the following statements is true regarding the functions of culture in an organization?

Today's trend toward decentralized organizations makes it easier to establish a strong culture.

Compare and contrast dominant culture and subculture.

In virtual organizations, it is difficult to establish a common set of norms.

When you start to accept the differences between your expectations and the reality of the organization, you move into the ________ stage of socialization.

If there is a basic conflict between the individual's expectations and the reality of working in an organization, the employee is most likely to be disillusioned and quit during the ________ stage of socialization.

A critic noted, "Promoting a social orthodoxy of positiveness focuses on a particular constellation of desirable states and traits but, in so doing, can stigmatize those who fail to fit the template." Do you feel that managers can go too far in creating a positive culture? Explain your responses.

Managers in a developing country would see which of the following as ethical responsibility?

Describe the functions of organizational culture.

Which of the following act(s) as a common denominator to unite members of a given culture or subculture?

"Stability" is one of the seven primary characteristics that captures the essence of an organization's culture. It indicates the degree to which ________.

Both ________ and strong culture achieve the same end result of predictability, orderliness, and consistency.

When you begin to notice things that are not as per your expectation, you are in the ________ stage of socialization.

In recent years, ________ has become the primary concern in acquisitions and mergers.

A(n) ________ organization is an organization that takes on a life of its own, apart from its founders or members and is valued for itself and not for the goods or services it produces.

Describe the various situations under which culture acts as a liability.

What are the various ways in which the organizational culture can be transmitted to the employees?

A code of ethics is a mechanism which works to establish a strong organizational culture by ________.

What Is Organizational Behavior

Diversity in Organizations

Attitudes and Job Satisfaction

Emotions and Moods

Personality and Values

Perception and Individual Decision Making

Motivation Concepts

Motivation: From Concepts to Applications

Foundations of Group Behavior

Understanding Work Teams

Communication

Leadership

Power and Politics

Conflict and Negotiation

Foundations of Organization Structure

Organizational Change and Stress Management

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Exam 16: Organizational Culture

What can management do to create a more ethical culture within an organization?

An organizations culture develops over time and is rooted in ________ to which employees are strongly committed.

Which of the following statements is true regarding the functions of culture in an organization?

Today's trend toward decentralized organizations makes it easier to establish a strong culture.

Compare and contrast dominant culture and subculture.

In virtual organizations, it is difficult to establish a common set of norms.

When you start to accept the differences between your expectations and the reality of the organization, you move into the ________ stage of socialization.

If there is a basic conflict between the individual's expectations and the reality of working in an organization, the employee is most likely to be disillusioned and quit during the ________ stage of socialization.

A critic noted, "Promoting a social orthodoxy of positiveness focuses on a particular constellation of desirable states and traits but, in so doing, can stigmatize those who fail to fit the template." Do you feel that managers can go too far in creating a positive culture? Explain your responses.

Managers in a developing country would see which of the following as ethical responsibility?

Describe the functions of organizational culture.

Which of the following act(s) as a common denominator to unite members of a given culture or subculture?

"Stability" is one of the seven primary characteristics that captures the essence of an organization's culture. It indicates the degree to which ________.

Both ________ and strong culture achieve the same end result of predictability, orderliness, and consistency.

When you begin to notice things that are not as per your expectation, you are in the ________ stage of socialization.

In recent years, ________ has become the primary concern in acquisitions and mergers.

A(n) ________ organization is an organization that takes on a life of its own, apart from its founders or members and is valued for itself and not for the goods or services it produces.

Describe the various situations under which culture acts as a liability.

What are the various ways in which the organizational culture can be transmitted to the employees?

A code of ethics is a mechanism which works to establish a strong organizational culture by ________.

What Is Organizational Behavior

Diversity in Organizations

Attitudes and Job Satisfaction

Emotions and Moods

Personality and Values

Perception and Individual Decision Making

Motivation Concepts

Motivation: From Concepts to Applications

Foundations of Group Behavior

Understanding Work Teams

Communication

Leadership

Power and Politics

Conflict and Negotiation

Foundations of Organization Structure

Organizational Change and Stress Management

Filters