Question 1

The capability to become psychologically involved in participative activities is an individual prerequisite for participative decision making.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Excessive optimism is one of the reasons for escalation of commitment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

By using the Z problem-solving model, managers can focus only on their preferences and avoid their nonpreferences to make decisions effectively.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Time orientation does not affect the frame of reference of a decision.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is true of programmed decisions?

Accepted Answer

A) They are new and complex decisions. 
B) They require creative solutions. 
C) They have an established decision rule. 
D) They require detailed judgment. 
A) They are new and complex decisions. 
B) They require creative solutions. 
C) They have an established decision rule. 
D) They require detailed judgment.

The capability to become psychologically involved in participative activities is an individual prerequisite for participative decision making.

Excessive optimism is one of the reasons for escalation of commitment.

By using the Z problem-solving model, managers can focus only on their preferences and avoid their nonpreferences to make decisions effectively.

Time orientation does not affect the frame of reference of a decision.

Which of the following is true of programmed decisions?

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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Exam 10: Decision Making by Individuals and Groups

The capability to become psychologically involved in participative activities is an individual prerequisite for participative decision making.

Excessive optimism is one of the reasons for escalation of commitment.

By using the Z problem-solving model, managers can focus only on their preferences and avoid their nonpreferences to make decisions effectively.

Time orientation does not affect the frame of reference of a decision.

Which of the following is true of programmed decisions?

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

Filters