Question 1

In the context of decision making, using the _____ can help an individual develop his or her nonpreferences.

Accepted Answer

A) truth-wins rule 
B) two-thirds majority rule 
C) bounded rationality model 
D) Z problem-solving model 
A) truth-wins rule 
B) two-thirds majority rule 
C) bounded rationality model 
D) Z problem-solving model

Question 2

Which of the following is an assumption of the bounded rationality model?

Accepted Answer

A) Managers are aware of all the possible alternatives. 
B) Managers have a consistent system of preferences, which is used to choose the best alternative. 
C) Managers can calculate the probability of success for each alternative. 
D) Managers develop shortcuts, called heuristics, to make decisions in order to save mental activity. 
A) Managers are aware of all the possible alternatives. 
B) Managers have a consistent system of preferences, which is used to choose the best alternative. 
C) Managers can calculate the probability of success for each alternative. 
D) Managers develop shortcuts, called heuristics, to make decisions in order to save mental activity.

Question 3

To guard against groupthink, devil's advocacy or dialectical inquiry would be effective.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The rational model of decision making assumes that:

Accepted Answer

A) the decision maker has an inconsistent system of preferences. 
B) there are limits on how rational a decision maker can be. 
C) decision makers make decisions by rules of thumb. 
D) the decision maker can calculate the probability of success for each alternative. 
A) the decision maker has an inconsistent system of preferences. 
B) there are limits on how rational a decision maker can be. 
C) decision makers make decisions by rules of thumb. 
D) the decision maker can calculate the probability of success for each alternative.

Question 5

Describe some of the advantages of group decision making.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. The advantages of gro

Question 6

Continuing to support a failing course of action is known as _____.

Accepted Answer

A) path dependency 
B) escalation of commitment 
C) group polarization 
D) participative decision making 
A) path dependency 
B) escalation of commitment 
C) group polarization 
D) participative decision making

Question 7

Which of the following is a nonprogrammed decision?

Accepted Answer

A) Scheduling shifts for a group of workers. 
B) Buying a new car. 
C) Following a standard operating procedure. 
D) Conducting routine servicing of a machine. 
A) Scheduling shifts for a group of workers. 
B) Buying a new car. 
C) Following a standard operating procedure. 
D) Conducting routine servicing of a machine.

Question 8

In the context of creativity, _____ is a process of reflective thought and is often conducted subconsciously.

Accepted Answer

A) incubation 
B) illumination 
C) verification 
D) preparation 
A) incubation 
B) illumination 
C) verification 
D) preparation

Question 9

Which of the following is true of the rational model of decision making?

Accepted Answer

A) It assumes that there are limits on how rational can a decision maker be. 
B) It suggests that it is impossible to calculate the probability of success. 
C) In this model, the decision maker strives to select the best possible alternative. 
D) In this model, the decision maker selects the first alternative that is good enough. 
A) It assumes that there are limits on how rational can a decision maker be. 
B) It suggests that it is impossible to calculate the probability of success. 
C) In this model, the decision maker strives to select the best possible alternative. 
D) In this model, the decision maker selects the first alternative that is good enough.

Question 10

Which of the following statements is true of group decision making?

Accepted Answer

A) There is no pressure within a group to conform and fit in. 
B) It brings more knowledge through the pooling of group member resources. 
C) It requires considerably less amount of time as compared with individual decision making. 
D) There is a decreased acceptance of and commitment to the decision made by a group. 
A) There is no pressure within a group to conform and fit in. 
B) It brings more knowledge through the pooling of group member resources. 
C) It requires considerably less amount of time as compared with individual decision making. 
D) There is a decreased acceptance of and commitment to the decision made by a group.

Question 11

_____ are shortcuts in decision making that save mental activity.

Accepted Answer

A) Mnemonics 
B) Heuristics 
C) Kinesics 
D) Proxemics 
A) Mnemonics 
B) Heuristics 
C) Kinesics 
D) Proxemics

Question 12

Which of the following is a programmed decision?

Accepted Answer

A) Scheduling shifts for a group of workers. 
B) Buying a company. 
C) Purchasing a cell phone of a new brand. 
D) Visiting an unfamiliar restaurant. 
A) Scheduling shifts for a group of workers. 
B) Buying a company. 
C) Purchasing a cell phone of a new brand. 
D) Visiting an unfamiliar restaurant.

Question 13

An assumption of intuition involved in the decision-making process is that:

Accepted Answer

A) it is slow. 
B) it focuses on rational thinking. 
C) it is used at a level above consciousness. 
D) it appears to be a positive force in decision making. 
A) it is slow. 
B) it focuses on rational thinking. 
C) it is used at a level above consciousness. 
D) it appears to be a positive force in decision making.

Question 14

_____ is the tendency to choose options that entail fewer risks and less uncertainty.

Accepted Answer

A) Risk monitoring 
B) Risk aversion 
C) Risk rationalization 
D) Risk optimization 
A) Risk monitoring 
B) Risk aversion 
C) Risk rationalization 
D) Risk optimization

Question 15

The disadvantages of group decision making include:

Accepted Answer

A) reduced commitment to a decision. 
B) reduced understanding of a decision. 
C) domination of a group by one forceful member. 
D) convoluted knowledge due to the pooling of group members. 
A) reduced commitment to a decision. 
B) reduced understanding of a decision. 
C) domination of a group by one forceful member. 
D) convoluted knowledge due to the pooling of group members.

Question 16

How does creativity affect decision making?

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Personal creativity p

Question 17

In the context of creativity, _____ occurs when an individual senses an insight for solving a problem.

Accepted Answer

A) incubation 
B) illumination 
C) verification 
D) preparation 
A) incubation 
B) illumination 
C) verification 
D) preparation

Question 18

Which of the following encourages groupthink?

Accepted Answer

A) Low group cohesiveness 
B) Diversity among group members 
C) Domination of the group by one forceful member 
D) Time constraints 
A) Low group cohesiveness 
B) Diversity among group members 
C) Domination of the group by one forceful member 
D) Time constraints

Question 19

_____ refers to a logical, step-by-step approach to decision making with a thorough analysis of alternatives and their consequences.

Accepted Answer

A) Instrumentality 
B) Rationality 
C) Proportionality 
D) Conventionality 
A) Instrumentality 
B) Rationality 
C) Proportionality 
D) Conventionality

Question 20

According to research results, individuals with higher self-esteem and those who are given an opportunity to affirm an important value are more likely to deescalate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

In the context of decision making, using the _____ can help an individual develop his or her nonpreferences.

Which of the following is an assumption of the bounded rationality model?

To guard against groupthink, devil's advocacy or dialectical inquiry would be effective.

The rational model of decision making assumes that:

Describe some of the advantages of group decision making.

Continuing to support a failing course of action is known as _____.

Which of the following is a nonprogrammed decision?

In the context of creativity, _____ is a process of reflective thought and is often conducted subconsciously.

Which of the following is true of the rational model of decision making?

Which of the following statements is true of group decision making?

_____ are shortcuts in decision making that save mental activity.

Which of the following is a programmed decision?

An assumption of intuition involved in the decision-making process is that:

_____ is the tendency to choose options that entail fewer risks and less uncertainty.

The disadvantages of group decision making include:

How does creativity affect decision making?

In the context of creativity, _____ occurs when an individual senses an insight for solving a problem.

Which of the following encourages groupthink?

_____ refers to a logical, step-by-step approach to decision making with a thorough analysis of alternatives and their consequences.

According to research results, individuals with higher self-esteem and those who are given an opportunity to affirm an important value are more likely to deescalate.

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Exam 10: Decision Making by Individuals and Groups

In the context of decision making, using the _____ can help an individual develop his or her nonpreferences.

Which of the following is an assumption of the bounded rationality model?

To guard against groupthink, devil's advocacy or dialectical inquiry would be effective.

The rational model of decision making assumes that:

Describe some of the advantages of group decision making.

Continuing to support a failing course of action is known as _____.

Which of the following is a nonprogrammed decision?

In the context of creativity, _____ is a process of reflective thought and is often conducted subconsciously.

Which of the following is true of the rational model of decision making?

Which of the following statements is true of group decision making?

_____ are shortcuts in decision making that save mental activity.

Which of the following is a programmed decision?

An assumption of intuition involved in the decision-making process is that:

_____ is the tendency to choose options that entail fewer risks and less uncertainty.

The disadvantages of group decision making include:

How does creativity affect decision making?

In the context of creativity, _____ occurs when an individual senses an insight for solving a problem.

Which of the following encourages groupthink?

_____ refers to a logical, step-by-step approach to decision making with a thorough analysis of alternatives and their consequences.

According to research results, individuals with higher self-esteem and those who are given an opportunity to affirm an important value are more likely to deescalate.

Organizational Behavior and Opportunity

Challenges for Managers

Personality, Perception, and Attribution

Attitudes, Emotions, and Ethics

Motivation at Work

Learning and Performance Management

Stress and Well-Being at Work

Communication

Work Teams and Groups

Power and Political Behavior

Leadership and Followership

Conflict and Negotiation

Jobs and the Design of Work

Organizational Design and Structure

Organizational Culture

Career Management

Managing Change

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