Question 1

Fiedler's dimension termed ________ is the degree of confidence, trust, and respect subordinates have for their leader.

Accepted Answer

A)  leader-member relations 
B)  position power 
C)  task structure 
D)  leader-member exchange 
A)  leader-member relations 
B)  position power 
C)  task structure 
D)  leader-member exchange

Question 2

Adrienne receives more attention and information from her supervisor than some of her coworkers. Because she feels "special," she puts more effort into her performance and scores higher on her evaluations. According to LMX theory, Adrienne is a ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  naturally high achiever 
B)  member of the in-group 
C)  protégé of her supervisor 
D)  task-oriented employee 
A)  naturally high achiever 
B)  member of the in-group 
C)  protégé of her supervisor 
D)  task-oriented employee

Question 3

The most dominant component of credibility is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  expertise 
B)  status 
C)  authority 
D)  honesty 
A)  expertise 
B)  status 
C)  authority 
D)  honesty

Question 4

Compare and contrast charismatic and authentic leadership.

Accepted Answer

Charismatic leaders are enthusiastic, se

Question 5

Tamera is the person employees go to when they need help with difficult work problems, as with software applications. Tamera holds ________ power.

Accepted Answer

A)  legitimate 
B)  coercive 
C)  reward 
D)  expert 
A)  legitimate 
B)  coercive 
C)  reward 
D)  expert

Question 6

Which one of the following is an accurate statement about transformational leaders?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are poor motivators. 
B)  They clarify task requirements. 
C)  They exhibit more than just charisma. 
D)  They focus on tasks and pay little attention to followers. 
A)  They are poor motivators. 
B)  They clarify task requirements. 
C)  They exhibit more than just charisma. 
D)  They focus on tasks and pay little attention to followers.

Question 7

Which one of the following leadership styles describes a leader who provides both directive and supportive behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  telling 
B)  selling 
C)  participating 
D)  delegating 
A)  telling 
B)  selling 
C)  participating 
D)  delegating

Question 8

Alex was classified as an achievement-oriented leader by his team. Which one of the following would describe Alex's leadership style best?

Accepted Answer

A)  He lets subordinates know what's expected of them, schedules work to be done, and gives specific guidance on how to accomplish tasks. 
B)  He shows concern for the needs of his subordinates and is friendly. 
C)  He sets challenging goals and expects subordinates to perform at their highest level. 
D)  He consults with subordinates and uses their suggestions before making a decision. 
A)  He lets subordinates know what's expected of them, schedules work to be done, and gives specific guidance on how to accomplish tasks. 
B)  He shows concern for the needs of his subordinates and is friendly. 
C)  He sets challenging goals and expects subordinates to perform at their highest level. 
D)  He consults with subordinates and uses their suggestions before making a decision.

Question 9

Robert House's achievement-oriented leader sets challenging goals and expects followers to perform at their highest level.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The presence of routine tasks, formal goals and explicit rules make leadership unnecessary.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Fiedler's model assumed that the leader's style was fixed regardless of the situation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Of the five dimensions that make up the concept of trust, loyalty seems to be the most critical when someone assesses another's trustworthiness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Legitimate power is inherent in management positions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

In a short essay, contrast the three major behavior studies on leadership.

Accepted Answer

a. The University of Iowa studies explor

Question 15

Cognitive theories are leadership theories that identified behaviors that differentiated effective leaders from ineffective leaders.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Shaun is the manager of a warehouse operated by a department store. He is trusted by his subordinates because he shares information freely, is reliable, and shows extremely good judgment while handling any type of crisis. Shaun is also known to be very protective of his staff. Which dimensions of trust is he exhibiting?

Accepted Answer

A)  integrity and loyalty 
B)  competence and openness 
C)  consistency, loyalty, and openness 
D)  loyalty, consistency, and competence 
A)  integrity and loyalty 
B)  competence and openness 
C)  consistency, loyalty, and openness 
D)  loyalty, consistency, and competence

Question 17

Eddie generally lets subordinates know what's expected of them, schedules work to be done, and gives specific guidance on how to accomplish tasks. He would be termed a(n) ________ leader.

Accepted Answer

A)  high-structure 
B)  situational 
C)  supportive 
D)  directive 
A)  high-structure 
B)  situational 
C)  supportive 
D)  directive

Question 18

Effective leaders do not need a high degree of knowledge about the company, industry, and technical matters.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Rachel's colleagues and subordinates have a very high regard for her. They know that no one can get high-quality work done the way Rachel can. She inspires her team to excel in their work, even exceeding their own expectations. What her subordinates like best about Rachel is that they are free to discuss her decisions with her, even question her once in while if they are not sure about her strategy. Which one of the following best describes Rachel's leadership style?

Accepted Answer

A)  transactional 
B)  charismatic 
C)  authentic 
D)  transformational 
A)  transactional 
B)  charismatic 
C)  authentic 
D)  transformational

Question 20

Persons who are able to influence others and who possess managerial authority are termed ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  entrepreneurs 
B)  leaders 
C)  managers 
D)  visionaries 
A)  entrepreneurs 
B)  leaders 
C)  managers 
D)  visionaries

Fiedler's dimension termed ________ is the degree of confidence, trust, and respect subordinates have for their leader.

Adrienne receives more attention and information from her supervisor than some of her coworkers. Because she feels "special," she puts more effort into her performance and scores higher on her evaluations. According to LMX theory, Adrienne is a ________.

The most dominant component of credibility is ________.

Compare and contrast charismatic and authentic leadership.

Tamera is the person employees go to when they need help with difficult work problems, as with software applications. Tamera holds ________ power.

Which one of the following is an accurate statement about transformational leaders?

Which one of the following leadership styles describes a leader who provides both directive and supportive behavior?

Alex was classified as an achievement-oriented leader by his team. Which one of the following would describe Alex's leadership style best?

Robert House's achievement-oriented leader sets challenging goals and expects followers to perform at their highest level.

The presence of routine tasks, formal goals and explicit rules make leadership unnecessary.

Fiedler's model assumed that the leader's style was fixed regardless of the situation.

Of the five dimensions that make up the concept of trust, loyalty seems to be the most critical when someone assesses another's trustworthiness.

Legitimate power is inherent in management positions.

In a short essay, contrast the three major behavior studies on leadership.

Cognitive theories are leadership theories that identified behaviors that differentiated effective leaders from ineffective leaders.

Eddie generally lets subordinates know what's expected of them, schedules work to be done, and gives specific guidance on how to accomplish tasks. He would be termed a(n) ________ leader.

Effective leaders do not need a high degree of knowledge about the company, industry, and technical matters.

Persons who are able to influence others and who possess managerial authority are termed ________.

Managers and You in the Workplace

Making Decisions

Managing the External Environment and the Organizations Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Diversity

Managing Social Responsibility and Ethics

Managing Change and Innovation

Planning Work Activities

Managing Strategy

Entrepreneurial Ventures

Designing Organizational Structure

Managing Human Resources

Creating and Managing Teams

Managing Communication

Understanding and Managing Individual Behavior

Motivating Employees

Monitoring and Controlling

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Exam 17: Being an Effective Leader

Fiedler's dimension termed ________ is the degree of confidence, trust, and respect subordinates have for their leader.

Adrienne receives more attention and information from her supervisor than some of her coworkers. Because she feels "special," she puts more effort into her performance and scores higher on her evaluations. According to LMX theory, Adrienne is a ________.

The most dominant component of credibility is ________.

Compare and contrast charismatic and authentic leadership.

Tamera is the person employees go to when they need help with difficult work problems, as with software applications. Tamera holds ________ power.

Which one of the following is an accurate statement about transformational leaders?

Which one of the following leadership styles describes a leader who provides both directive and supportive behavior?

Alex was classified as an achievement-oriented leader by his team. Which one of the following would describe Alex's leadership style best?

Robert House's achievement-oriented leader sets challenging goals and expects followers to perform at their highest level.

The presence of routine tasks, formal goals and explicit rules make leadership unnecessary.

Fiedler's model assumed that the leader's style was fixed regardless of the situation.

Of the five dimensions that make up the concept of trust, loyalty seems to be the most critical when someone assesses another's trustworthiness.

Legitimate power is inherent in management positions.

In a short essay, contrast the three major behavior studies on leadership.

Cognitive theories are leadership theories that identified behaviors that differentiated effective leaders from ineffective leaders.

Eddie generally lets subordinates know what's expected of them, schedules work to be done, and gives specific guidance on how to accomplish tasks. He would be termed a(n) ________ leader.

Effective leaders do not need a high degree of knowledge about the company, industry, and technical matters.

Persons who are able to influence others and who possess managerial authority are termed ________.

Managers and You in the Workplace

Making Decisions

Managing the External Environment and the Organizations Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Diversity

Managing Social Responsibility and Ethics

Managing Change and Innovation

Planning Work Activities

Managing Strategy

Entrepreneurial Ventures

Designing Organizational Structure

Managing Human Resources

Creating and Managing Teams

Managing Communication

Understanding and Managing Individual Behavior

Motivating Employees

Monitoring and Controlling

Filters