Question 1

If you are in a low power situation or relationship, the authors of your text suggest you accept it because there isn't a lot you can do about it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

The fundamental concept in conflict is

Accepted Answer

A)  power. 
B)  persuasion. 
C)  compromise. 
D)  collaboration. 
E)  relationships. 
A)  power. 
B)  persuasion. 
C)  compromise. 
D)  collaboration. 
E)  relationships. A

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT an example of "metacommunication" used to balance power?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Ok - so we have agreed that we will not bring up the issue of infidelity as we work out this issue." 
B)  "I am concerned that Sam is in a one-down position here since he has not been in the company that long and people may not pay attention to his ideas." 
C)  "You sure act like you are the most important person on the face of the planet." 
D)  "When you call in your friends to testify on your behalf, I really feel like I have been ganged up on." 
E)  "If your pals Suzy and Sarah are going to be at the party I'd like to bring one of my other friends too just to make sure I have someone to talk with." 
A)  "Ok - so we have agreed that we will not bring up the issue of infidelity as we work out this issue." 
B)  "I am concerned that Sam is in a one-down position here since he has not been in the company that long and people may not pay attention to his ideas." 
C)  "You sure act like you are the most important person on the face of the planet." 
D)  "When you call in your friends to testify on your behalf, I really feel like I have been ganged up on." 
E)  "If your pals Suzy and Sarah are going to be at the party I'd like to bring one of my other friends too just to make sure I have someone to talk with." C

Question 4

Jake is always careful to arrive on time for work. He knows that his boss will dock his pay for any missed hours. Jake's boss what kind of power over him?

Accepted Answer

A)  Interpersonal linkages 
B)  Resource control 
C)  Expertise 
D)  Communication skills 
E)  Responsibility 
A)  Interpersonal linkages 
B)  Resource control 
C)  Expertise 
D)  Communication skills 
E)  Responsibility

Question 5

Differentiate between distributive and integrative power.

Accepted Answer

Distributive power refers to the ability

Question 6

Discuss productive "low-power" strategies.

Accepted Answer

Productive "low-power" strategies refer

Question 7

According to your text, sometimes it is more appropriate to settle disputes on the basis of "rights," rather than power or interests.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

According to the text, if you aren't the "boss" at work, you don't really have any power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT an example of denying the use of power?

Accepted Answer

A)  Deny that you communicated anything. 
B)  Deny that remember what was communicated. 
C)  Deny that the other person communicated anything. 
D)  Deny that you meant what you said. 
E)  Deny the situation in which it was communicated. 
A)  Deny that you communicated anything. 
B)  Deny that remember what was communicated. 
C)  Deny that the other person communicated anything. 
D)  Deny that you meant what you said. 
E)  Deny the situation in which it was communicated.

Question 10

Which of the following is the most accurate statement about power currencies?

Accepted Answer

A)  Power currencies are independent of one another. 
B)  Individuals generally have only one or two currencies to use. 
C)  Developing a repertoire of currencies can help lead to the sharing and balance of power. 
D)  Power currencies cannot be exchanged. 
E)  Exclusive reliance on one power currency is a good idea in most contexts. 
A)  Power currencies are independent of one another. 
B)  Individuals generally have only one or two currencies to use. 
C)  Developing a repertoire of currencies can help lead to the sharing and balance of power. 
D)  Power currencies cannot be exchanged. 
E)  Exclusive reliance on one power currency is a good idea in most contexts.

Question 11

In intimate relationships, generally, the person who is least invested in the relationship has the most power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Hocker and Wilmot identify a "power paradox;" that is, the more you struggle against someone the less power you will have over her/him. Make an argument in support of or against the validity of this statement.

Accepted Answer

The "power paradox" identified by Hocker

Question 13

Which of the following statements is NOT of competitive power?

Accepted Answer

A)  Competitive power can be useful. 
B)  Competition can lead to collaboration. 
C)  All forms of power are always in a state of change. 
D)  Competitive power is appropriate when protecting children. 
E)  People with sufficient power currencies should never use them competitively. 
A)  Competitive power can be useful. 
B)  Competition can lead to collaboration. 
C)  All forms of power are always in a state of change. 
D)  Competitive power is appropriate when protecting children. 
E)  People with sufficient power currencies should never use them competitively.

Question 14

While preparing to teach an online course, Julie regularly seeks out the assistance of Tony, the technology support person at her university. Julie understands that Tony has vast knowledge regarding the software and course management system she needs to use. Your book would describe the "power currency" Tony has in this scenario as:

Accepted Answer

A)  Interpersonal linkages 
B)  Resource control 
C)  Expertise 
D)  Communication skills 
E)  Responsibility 
A)  Interpersonal linkages 
B)  Resource control 
C)  Expertise 
D)  Communication skills 
E)  Responsibility

Question 15

According to the text, some "power moves" are productive, not destructive.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The "Power Paradox" means that the more you struggle against someone, and the more you fight with her/him, the more power you have.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Hocker and Wilmot contend that power is not owned by an individual, but is a product of a social relationship.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Latisha appreciates the fact that she has been trained in the art of public address because she finds that in many situation she can employ her ____________ as a power currency.

Accepted Answer

A)  Interpersonal linkages 
B)  Resource control 
C)  Expertise 
D)  Communication skills 
E)  Responsibility 
A)  Interpersonal linkages 
B)  Resource control 
C)  Expertise 
D)  Communication skills 
E)  Responsibility

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT likely to balance the power in a conflict?

Accepted Answer

A)  Validating or acknowledging the other 
B)  Announcing all intended escalation 
C)  Asking the higher power person what they need 
D)  Expressing optimism 
E)  Using I statements 
A)  Validating or acknowledging the other 
B)  Announcing all intended escalation 
C)  Asking the higher power person what they need 
D)  Expressing optimism 
E)  Using I statements

Question 20

Empowerment is most likely when

Accepted Answer

A)  Communication behaviors are ineffective combined with excessive use of power. 
B)  Expressions of interpersonal power are sufficient and communication behaviors are effective. 
C)  Communication behaviors are effective and an individual has very low interpersonal power. 
D)  Expressions of interpersonal power are excessive and communication behaviors are effective. 
E)  None of the above 
A)  Communication behaviors are ineffective combined with excessive use of power. 
B)  Expressions of interpersonal power are sufficient and communication behaviors are effective. 
C)  Communication behaviors are effective and an individual has very low interpersonal power. 
D)  Expressions of interpersonal power are excessive and communication behaviors are effective. 
E)  None of the above

If you are in a low power situation or relationship, the authors of your text suggest you accept it because there isn't a lot you can do about it.

The fundamental concept in conflict is

Which of the following is NOT an example of "metacommunication" used to balance power?

Jake is always careful to arrive on time for work. He knows that his boss will dock his pay for any missed hours. Jake's boss what kind of power over him?

Differentiate between distributive and integrative power.

Discuss productive "low-power" strategies.

According to your text, sometimes it is more appropriate to settle disputes on the basis of "rights," rather than power or interests.

According to the text, if you aren't the "boss" at work, you don't really have any power.

Which of the following is NOT an example of denying the use of power?

Which of the following is the most accurate statement about power currencies?

In intimate relationships, generally, the person who is least invested in the relationship has the most power.

Hocker and Wilmot identify a "power paradox;" that is, the more you struggle against someone the less power you will have over her/him. Make an argument in support of or against the validity of this statement.

Which of the following statements is NOT of competitive power?

According to the text, some "power moves" are productive, not destructive.

The "Power Paradox" means that the more you struggle against someone, and the more you fight with her/him, the more power you have.

Hocker and Wilmot contend that power is not owned by an individual, but is a product of a social relationship.

Latisha appreciates the fact that she has been trained in the art of public address because she finds that in many situation she can employ her ____________ as a power currency.

Which of the following is NOT likely to balance the power in a conflict?

Empowerment is most likely when

The Nature of Conflict

Perspectives on Conflict

Interests and Goals

Styles

Emotions in Conflict

Analyzing Your Conflicts

Interpersonal Negotiation

Third-Party Intervention

The Practice of Forgiveness and Reconciliation

Filters

Exam 4: Power: the Structure of Conflict

If you are in a low power situation or relationship, the authors of your text suggest you accept it because there isn't a lot you can do about it.

The fundamental concept in conflict is

Which of the following is NOT an example of "metacommunication" used to balance power?

Jake is always careful to arrive on time for work. He knows that his boss will dock his pay for any missed hours. Jake's boss what kind of power over him?

Differentiate between distributive and integrative power.

Discuss productive "low-power" strategies.

According to your text, sometimes it is more appropriate to settle disputes on the basis of "rights," rather than power or interests.

According to the text, if you aren't the "boss" at work, you don't really have any power.

Which of the following is NOT an example of denying the use of power?

Which of the following is the most accurate statement about power currencies?

In intimate relationships, generally, the person who is least invested in the relationship has the most power.

Hocker and Wilmot identify a "power paradox;" that is, the more you struggle against someone the less power you will have over her/him. Make an argument in support of or against the validity of this statement.

Which of the following statements is NOT of competitive power?

According to the text, some "power moves" are productive, not destructive.

The "Power Paradox" means that the more you struggle against someone, and the more you fight with her/him, the more power you have.

Hocker and Wilmot contend that power is not owned by an individual, but is a product of a social relationship.

Latisha appreciates the fact that she has been trained in the art of public address because she finds that in many situation she can employ her ____________ as a power currency.

Which of the following is NOT likely to balance the power in a conflict?

Empowerment is most likely when

The Nature of Conflict

Perspectives on Conflict

Interests and Goals

Styles

Emotions in Conflict

Analyzing Your Conflicts

Interpersonal Negotiation

Third-Party Intervention

The Practice of Forgiveness and Reconciliation

Filters