Question 1

In ________ cultures, similarity to supervisors is more important for predicting career advancement.

Accepted Answer

A)  collectivistic 
B)  sociocentric 
C)  egocentric 
D)  peer-to-peer 
E)  individualistic 
A)  collectivistic 
B)  sociocentric 
C)  egocentric 
D)  peer-to-peer 
E)  individualistic

Question 2

________ is the ability to make rapid, repeated flexing movements.

Accepted Answer

A)  Extent flexibility 
B)  Dynamic flexibility 
C)  Dynamic strength 
D)  Trunk strength 
E)  Explosive strength 
A)  Extent flexibility 
B)  Dynamic flexibility 
C)  Dynamic strength 
D)  Trunk strength 
E)  Explosive strength

Question 3

________ is the ability to expend a maximum of energy in one or a series of acts.

Accepted Answer

A)  Trunk strength 
B)  Extent flexibility 
C)  Explosive strength 
D)  Static strength 
E)  Dynamic flexibility 
A)  Trunk strength 
B)  Extent flexibility 
C)  Explosive strength 
D)  Static strength 
E)  Dynamic flexibility

Question 4

Differences in characteristics such as personality, values, and beliefs form part of ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  surface-level diversity 
B)  deep-level diversity 
C)  lateral-level diversity 
D)  organizational-level diversity 
E)  individual-level diversity 
A)  surface-level diversity 
B)  deep-level diversity 
C)  lateral-level diversity 
D)  organizational-level diversity 
E)  individual-level diversity

Question 5

Aria can calculate and juggle numbers in her head. Which of the following dimensions of intellectual ability does her skill reflect?

Accepted Answer

A)  number aptitude 
B)  perceptual speed 
C)  spatial visualization 
D)  deductive reasoning 
E)  inductive reasoning 
A)  number aptitude 
B)  perceptual speed 
C)  spatial visualization 
D)  deductive reasoning 
E)  inductive reasoning

Question 6

Jared was raised on a cattle farm and currently works as a civil engineer. When Jared recently represented his company at a formal dinner, his supervisor was surprised to see Jared wearing an expensive suit with cowboy boots. Jared's boots would be an example of his ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  religion 
B)  cultural identity 
C)  abilities 
D)  ethnicity 
E)  tenure 
A)  religion 
B)  cultural identity 
C)  abilities 
D)  ethnicity 
E)  tenure

Question 7

________ is an individual's current capacity to perform the various tasks in a job.

Accepted Answer

A)  Inductive reasoning 
B)  Dynamic strength 
C)  Deductive reasoning 
D)  Ability 
E)  Social intelligence 
A)  Inductive reasoning 
B)  Dynamic strength 
C)  Deductive reasoning 
D)  Ability 
E)  Social intelligence

Question 8

________ is the ability to identify visual similarities and differences quickly and accurately.

Accepted Answer

A)  Memory 
B)  Verbal comprehension 
C)  Spatial visualization 
D)  Perceptual speed 
E)  Inductive reasoning 
A)  Memory 
B)  Verbal comprehension 
C)  Spatial visualization 
D)  Perceptual speed 
E)  Inductive reasoning

Question 9

Discuss discrimination and paraphrase with an example how its types can affect organizational behavior.

Accepted Answer

To discriminate is to note a difference

Question 10

The two major forms of workforce diversity are ________ and ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  surface-level diversity; deep-level diversity 
B)  surface-level diversity; lateral-level diversity 
C)  organizational-level diversity; individual-level diversity 
D)  lateral-level diversity; deep-level diversity 
E)  physical-level diversity; intellectual-level diversity 
A)  surface-level diversity; deep-level diversity 
B)  surface-level diversity; lateral-level diversity 
C)  organizational-level diversity; individual-level diversity 
D)  lateral-level diversity; deep-level diversity 
E)  physical-level diversity; intellectual-level diversity

Question 11

________ can be defined as actions taken by representatives of the organization that deny equal opportunity to perform or unequal rewards for performance.

Accepted Answer

A)  Intimidation 
B)  Exclusive practices 
C)  Sexual harassment 
D)  Discriminatory policies or practices 
E)  Inclusive practices 
A)  Intimidation 
B)  Exclusive practices 
C)  Sexual harassment 
D)  Discriminatory policies or practices 
E)  Inclusive practices

Question 12

In a recent study of 8,000 employees across 128 companies, it was found that ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  employees over the age of 50 were more productive than those under 50 
B)  employees under 50 were more productive than those over 50 
C)  policies allowing age discrimination encouraged lower levels of organizational commitment 
D)  policies allowing age discrimination encouraged higher levels of organizational commitment 
E)  age has no effect on performance or commitment 
A)  employees over the age of 50 were more productive than those under 50 
B)  employees under 50 were more productive than those over 50 
C)  policies allowing age discrimination encouraged lower levels of organizational commitment 
D)  policies allowing age discrimination encouraged higher levels of organizational commitment 
E)  age has no effect on performance or commitment

Question 13

________ is the ability to direct the simultaneous actions of different parts of the body.

Accepted Answer

A)  Stamina 
B)  Body coordination 
C)  Balance 
D)  Dynamic flexibility 
E)  Extent flexibility 
A)  Stamina 
B)  Body coordination 
C)  Balance 
D)  Dynamic flexibility 
E)  Extent flexibility

Question 14

Extent flexibility and dynamic flexibility are dimensions of intellectual abilities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Effective diversity management means working to eliminate diversity from organizational culture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Organizations that provided diversity training are more likely to have women and minorities in upper management positions when compared with organizations that did not provide diversity training.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

By 2020, it is expected that 25% of the working population will be ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  Asian 
B)  over 55 
C)  black 
D)  female 
E)  under 30 
A)  Asian 
B)  over 55 
C)  black 
D)  female 
E)  under 30

Question 18

________ is the ability to maintain equilibrium despite forces pulling off equilibrium.

Accepted Answer

A)  Extent flexibility 
B)  Dynamic strength 
C)  Balance 
D)  Stamina 
E)  Dynamic flexibility 
A)  Extent flexibility 
B)  Dynamic strength 
C)  Balance 
D)  Stamina 
E)  Dynamic flexibility

Question 19

List and describe the physical abilities needed in the performance of physical tasks.

Accepted Answer

Physical abilities have been and will re

Question 20

Whites have higher turnover rates than African Americans and Hispanics.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

In ________ cultures, similarity to supervisors is more important for predicting career advancement.

________ is the ability to make rapid, repeated flexing movements.

________ is the ability to expend a maximum of energy in one or a series of acts.

Differences in characteristics such as personality, values, and beliefs form part of ________.

Aria can calculate and juggle numbers in her head. Which of the following dimensions of intellectual ability does her skill reflect?

Jared was raised on a cattle farm and currently works as a civil engineer. When Jared recently represented his company at a formal dinner, his supervisor was surprised to see Jared wearing an expensive suit with cowboy boots. Jared's boots would be an example of his ________.

________ is an individual's current capacity to perform the various tasks in a job.

________ is the ability to identify visual similarities and differences quickly and accurately.

Discuss discrimination and paraphrase with an example how its types can affect organizational behavior.

The two major forms of workforce diversity are and .

________ can be defined as actions taken by representatives of the organization that deny equal opportunity to perform or unequal rewards for performance.

In a recent study of 8,000 employees across 128 companies, it was found that ________.

________ is the ability to direct the simultaneous actions of different parts of the body.

Extent flexibility and dynamic flexibility are dimensions of intellectual abilities.

Effective diversity management means working to eliminate diversity from organizational culture.

Organizations that provided diversity training are more likely to have women and minorities in upper management positions when compared with organizations that did not provide diversity training.

By 2020, it is expected that 25% of the working population will be ________.

________ is the ability to maintain equilibrium despite forces pulling off equilibrium.

List and describe the physical abilities needed in the performance of physical tasks.

Whites have higher turnover rates than African Americans and Hispanics.

What Is Organizational Behavior

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 Culture

Organizational Change and Stress Management

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Exam 2: Diversity in Organizations

In ________ cultures, similarity to supervisors is more important for predicting career advancement.

________ is the ability to make rapid, repeated flexing movements.

________ is the ability to expend a maximum of energy in one or a series of acts.

Differences in characteristics such as personality, values, and beliefs form part of ________.

Aria can calculate and juggle numbers in her head. Which of the following dimensions of intellectual ability does her skill reflect?

Jared was raised on a cattle farm and currently works as a civil engineer. When Jared recently represented his company at a formal dinner, his supervisor was surprised to see Jared wearing an expensive suit with cowboy boots. Jared's boots would be an example of his ________.

________ is an individual's current capacity to perform the various tasks in a job.

________ is the ability to identify visual similarities and differences quickly and accurately.

Discuss discrimination and paraphrase with an example how its types can affect organizational behavior.

The two major forms of workforce diversity are ________ and ________.

________ can be defined as actions taken by representatives of the organization that deny equal opportunity to perform or unequal rewards for performance.

In a recent study of 8,000 employees across 128 companies, it was found that ________.

________ is the ability to direct the simultaneous actions of different parts of the body.

Extent flexibility and dynamic flexibility are dimensions of intellectual abilities.

Effective diversity management means working to eliminate diversity from organizational culture.

Organizations that provided diversity training are more likely to have women and minorities in upper management positions when compared with organizations that did not provide diversity training.

By 2020, it is expected that 25% of the working population will be ________.

________ is the ability to maintain equilibrium despite forces pulling off equilibrium.

List and describe the physical abilities needed in the performance of physical tasks.

Whites have higher turnover rates than African Americans and Hispanics.

What Is Organizational Behavior

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 Culture

Organizational Change and Stress Management

Filters

The two major forms of workforce diversity are and .