Unit 4 - Final Exam
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1. The central explanatory process in Path-goal Theory of leadership is: (Points : 5)
the influence of leader expectations on subordinate behavior
the influence of leader expectations on subordinate expectations
the influence of leader behavior on subordinate expectations
the influence of leader behavior on group processes
2. According to Path-goal Theory, supportive leadership contributes most to subordinate satisfaction
and motivation when the task is: (Points : 5)
tedious and stressful
important and meaningful
complex and variable
interesting and enjoyable
3. According to Path-goal theory, directive leadership is most effective when: (Points : 5)
the task is simple and repetitive
work roles are ambiguous
the task is tedious and stressful
the work roles are interdependent
4. Charismatic leadership is best understood by examining: (Points : 5)
leader characteristics
leader and subordinate characteristics
leader and situational characteristics
leader, subordinate, and situational characteristics
5. Which was NOT recommended as a guideline for transformational leaders? (Points : 5)
ask followers to place their trust in the special ability of the leader
express confidence that followers will be able to attain the vision
remind followers use dramatic, symbolic actions to emphasize key values in the vision
empower followers to find effective ways to attain the vision
6. Which was recommended for leaders when communicating the vision? (Points : 5)
set a concrete deadline for attaining key aspects of the vision
explain in a general way how the vision can be attained
remind followers about the obstacles so they do not become complacent
offer incentives to followers for their help in attaining the vision
7. Which of the following is LEAST likely to be a reason for resistance by employees to a proposal by top
management to change the current strategy? (Points : 5)
a climate of distrust in the organization
the fear of losing status and power
cynicism about the feasibility of the proposed change
resentment of external dependencies
8. What type of culture is most likely to facilitate long-term performance by an organization in a
turbulent environment? (Points : 5)
a culture that strongly supports the current competitive strategy
a culture consistent with the values of the most powerful subunit
a culture that emphasizes the need for flexibility and continuous learning
a culture that creates goal alignmnet among organization members
9. A successful vision for an organization is most likely to include: (Points : 5)
specific performance objectives with a clear deadline
a memorable slogan about the key value to be achieved
a list of desirable features for the organization's products or services
a vivid image of what can be achieved and why it is worthwhile
10. Which of the following is LEAST desirable for a vision? (Points : 5)
it should emphasize ideological objectives
it should be clear and easy for followers to understand
it should be bold and ambitious
it should include detailed action steps to make it credible
11. What is the best way to describe the essential processes in learning organizations? (Points : 5)
acquisition of new knowledge by the organization
diffusion of new knowledge to people who can use it
application of new knowledge by the organization
acquisition, diffusion, and application of new knowledge in the organization
12. Which of the following is most useful approach for developing a learning organization? (Points : 5)
encourage employees to become specialists in functional areas
encourage systems thinking by managers at all levels of the organization
create a reward system that fosters competition among employees
use limitation of competitors as the primary basis for innovation
13. Which was not an important type of social influence process in groups? (Points : 5)
social identification
emotional contagion
social enhancement
social pressure
14. Which of the following was not mentioned as a primary determinant of performance for a functional
team? (Points : 5)
how long the current leader has been in that position
trust and cooperation among the team members
the organization and coordination of activities
member agreement about objectives and strategies
15. Which of the followinwg was not mentioned as a reason for high team performance? (Points : 5)
high collective efficacy for team members
diverse mental models for team memberrs
collective identification of members with the team
high level of member skills relevant to the task
16. The greatest amount of shared leadership is likely to be found in: (Points : 5)
a self-managed operational team
a quality circle
a cross-functional project team
a virtual team
17. Which condition is least likely to limit a chief executive's discretion to make major changes in the
strategy of an organization? (Points : 5)
the organization has a few major clients who account for most sales
the organization has ample financial reserves
the culture of the organization is strong
the organization has a strong board of directors
18. Which is not a major obstacle in evaluating ethical leadership for individual leaders? (Points : 5)
lack of interest in ethical leadership among scholars
difficulty in determining if the ends justifies the means
cultural differences in standards of ethical behavior
the subjectivity inherent in the selection of criteria
19. Which of the following was not a recommendation for ethical leadership behavior? (Points : 5)
stay neutral in political conflicts involving ethical issues
set an example of ethical behavior in your own actions
initiate discussions among followers about ethics and integrity
recognize and reward ethical behaviors
20. Which condition is most likely to encourage ethical behavior in organizations? (Points : 5)
strong emphasis on individual productivity
cultural values for obedience to authority
intense competition for valued rewards
cultural values for individual responsibility