Question 1

According to the dispositional approach, individuals possess stable traits or characteristics that influence their attitudes and behaviours.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

When we say that organizations sometimes confuse rewards with reinforcers, we mean that

Accepted Answer

A) rewards cannot serve as reinforcers. 
B) people differ as to which rewards are reinforcing. 
C) the rewards are not made contingent on a desired behaviour. 
D) the reinforcers are not backed up with attractive rewards. 
E) only monetary rewards work as effective reinforcers. 
A) rewards cannot serve as reinforcers. 
B) people differ as to which rewards are reinforcing. 
C) the rewards are not made contingent on a desired behaviour. 
D) the reinforcers are not backed up with attractive rewards. 
E) only monetary rewards work as effective reinforcers.

Question 3

If an organization decides to use personality tests in the hiring of employees in order to improve employee satisfaction and performance, what approach to organizational behaviour are they following?

Accepted Answer

A) Dispositional approach 
B) Situational approach 
C) Interactionist approach 
D) Testing approach 
E) Military approach 
A) Dispositional approach 
B) Situational approach 
C) Interactionist approach 
D) Testing approach 
E) Military approach

Question 4

High levels of conscientiousness and agreeableness are associated with fewer unsafe behaviours.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Positive affect is a key factor that links happiness to success in life and at work.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

People who have high ________ experience more stressful conditions at work and report higher levels of workplace stress and strain.

Accepted Answer

negative a

Question 7

Which of the following is related to learning outcomes?

Accepted Answer

A) Negative affectivity 
B) Core self-evaluations 
C) Proactive personality 
D) General self-efficacy 
E) Positive affectivity 
A) Negative affectivity 
B) Core self-evaluations 
C) Proactive personality 
D) General self-efficacy 
E) Positive affectivity

Question 8

High conscientiousness, agreeableness, and emotional stability are associated with lower levels of workplace ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of High conscientiousness, agreeableness, and emotional stability are...

Question 9

________ skills are skills such as communicating, teamwork, and conflict resolution.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________ skills are skills such as communicating,...

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT one of the four primary categories of learning content in organizations?

Accepted Answer

A) Practical skills 
B) Intrapersonal skills 
C) Interpersonal skills 
D) Cultural awareness 
E) Financial management 
A) Practical skills 
B) Intrapersonal skills 
C) Interpersonal skills 
D) Cultural awareness 
E) Financial management

Question 11

In learning terms, attractive, high status people are often effective models.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Describe social cognitive theory and the key components.

Accepted Answer

A theory that emphasizes the role of cog

Question 13

Generation Y prefers non-monetary rewards to a greater extent than generation X and baby boomers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

What is trait activation theory and what does it tell us about the role that personality plays in organizational behaviour?

Accepted Answer

According to trait activation theory, tr

Question 15

When individuals attain their goals, they are likely to set even higher and more challenging goals, a process known as

Accepted Answer

A) discrepancy production. 
B) discrepancy reduction. 
C) discrepancy seduction. 
D) discrepancy induction. 
E) discrepancy function. 
A) discrepancy production. 
B) discrepancy reduction. 
C) discrepancy seduction. 
D) discrepancy induction. 
E) discrepancy function.

Question 16

Stan believes that his boss is responsible for all the stuff that happens to him (Stan).Stan is exhibiting an external ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Stan believes that his boss is responsible...

Question 17

Self-regulation involves both discrepancy reduction and discrepancy production.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

What are the implications of trait activation theory for a manager who has to assign employees to various tasks in different situations? How should the manager proceed and what will be most effective?

Accepted Answer

According to trait activation theory, tr

Question 19

Money, feedback, and social recognition together have the strongest effect on task performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Personality will have the most impact in which situation?

Accepted Answer

A) Weak situations of loosely defined roles with few rules 
B) Strong situations with well-defined roles, rules, and contingencies 
C) Both weak and strong situations 
D) Situations of medium strength 
E) Weak situations with well-defined roles, rules, and contingencies 
A) Weak situations of loosely defined roles with few rules 
B) Strong situations with well-defined roles, rules, and contingencies 
C) Both weak and strong situations 
D) Situations of medium strength 
E) Weak situations with well-defined roles, rules, and contingencies

According to the dispositional approach, individuals possess stable traits or characteristics that influence their attitudes and behaviours.

When we say that organizations sometimes confuse rewards with reinforcers, we mean that

If an organization decides to use personality tests in the hiring of employees in order to improve employee satisfaction and performance, what approach to organizational behaviour are they following?

High levels of conscientiousness and agreeableness are associated with fewer unsafe behaviours.

Positive affect is a key factor that links happiness to success in life and at work.

People who have high ________ experience more stressful conditions at work and report higher levels of workplace stress and strain.

Which of the following is related to learning outcomes?

High conscientiousness, agreeableness, and emotional stability are associated with lower levels of workplace ________.

________ skills are skills such as communicating, teamwork, and conflict resolution.

Which of the following is NOT one of the four primary categories of learning content in organizations?

In learning terms, attractive, high status people are often effective models.

Describe social cognitive theory and the key components.

Generation Y prefers non-monetary rewards to a greater extent than generation X and baby boomers.

What is trait activation theory and what does it tell us about the role that personality plays in organizational behaviour?

When individuals attain their goals, they are likely to set even higher and more challenging goals, a process known as

Stan believes that his boss is responsible for all the stuff that happens to him (Stan).Stan is exhibiting an external ________.

Self-regulation involves both discrepancy reduction and discrepancy production.

What are the implications of trait activation theory for a manager who has to assign employees to various tasks in different situations? How should the manager proceed and what will be most effective?

Money, feedback, and social recognition together have the strongest effect on task performance.

Personality will have the most impact in which situation?

Organizational Behaviour and Management

Perception, Attribution, and Diversity

Values, Attitudes, and Work Behaviour

Theories of Work Motivation

Motivation in Practice

Groups and Teamwork

Social Influence, Socialization, and Organizational Culture

Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Power, Politics, and Ethics

Conflict and Stress

Organizational Structure

Organizational Change, Development, and Innovation

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Exam 2: Personality and Learning

According to the dispositional approach, individuals possess stable traits or characteristics that influence their attitudes and behaviours.

When we say that organizations sometimes confuse rewards with reinforcers, we mean that

If an organization decides to use personality tests in the hiring of employees in order to improve employee satisfaction and performance, what approach to organizational behaviour are they following?

High levels of conscientiousness and agreeableness are associated with fewer unsafe behaviours.

Positive affect is a key factor that links happiness to success in life and at work.

People who have high ________ experience more stressful conditions at work and report higher levels of workplace stress and strain.

Which of the following is related to learning outcomes?

High conscientiousness, agreeableness, and emotional stability are associated with lower levels of workplace ________.

________ skills are skills such as communicating, teamwork, and conflict resolution.

Which of the following is NOT one of the four primary categories of learning content in organizations?

In learning terms, attractive, high status people are often effective models.

Describe social cognitive theory and the key components.

Generation Y prefers non-monetary rewards to a greater extent than generation X and baby boomers.

What is trait activation theory and what does it tell us about the role that personality plays in organizational behaviour?

When individuals attain their goals, they are likely to set even higher and more challenging goals, a process known as

Stan believes that his boss is responsible for all the stuff that happens to him (Stan).Stan is exhibiting an external ________.

Self-regulation involves both discrepancy reduction and discrepancy production.

What are the implications of trait activation theory for a manager who has to assign employees to various tasks in different situations? How should the manager proceed and what will be most effective?

Money, feedback, and social recognition together have the strongest effect on task performance.

Personality will have the most impact in which situation?

Organizational Behaviour and Management

Perception, Attribution, and Diversity

Values, Attitudes, and Work Behaviour

Theories of Work Motivation

Motivation in Practice

Groups and Teamwork

Social Influence, Socialization, and Organizational Culture

Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Power, Politics, and Ethics

Conflict and Stress

Organizational Structure

Organizational Change, Development, and Innovation

Filters