A) gives employees a sense of autonomy. B) is the extent to which workers focus on the future. C) enhances organizational effectiveness. D) emphasizes assertiveness. E) is the extent to which workers prefer clear situations. A) gives employees a sense of autonomy. B) is the extent to which workers focus on the future. C) enhances organizational effectiveness. D) emphasizes assertiveness. E) is the extent to which workers prefer clear situations.

Exam 2: The Changing Environment of Organizations

Matching Match each barrier to inclusion with the scenario that most clearly illustrates it. -Susan has nothing against black people, but she thinks they're less intelligent on average than white people are.

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 101

Which of the following groups of people is NOT increasing as a percentage of the total workforce in the United States?

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Question 102

Masculinity

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Question 103

The U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a dramatic increase in workers ____ during the next decade.

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Question 104

Stereotypes can be based on all of the following characteristics EXCEPT

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Question 105

Cultural diversity can enhance synergy in an organization.

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Question 106

Match each cultural dimension with the scenario that most clearly illustrates it. -Francisco is more interested in accruing wealth and material possessions than in fostering meaningful relationships in his personal or professional life.

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 107

Workforce diversity is mostly occurring in the United States, rather than in other countries around the world.

(True/False)

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Question 108

Breakthroughs in ____________________ technology have resulted in leaner organizations and more collaboration across employees, but also in less personal communication and an increased sense of urgency in communications.

(Short Answer)

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Question 109

Michelle lives in a society where the focus is on the future, and where persistence and thrift are valued.Michelle's culture has a(n) ____________________ orientation.

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Question 110

The most effective service organizations produce intangible outcomes for their customers.

(True/False)

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Question 111

Valuing diversity means appreciating the varying ideas and perspectives that are provided by a heterogeneous workforce.

(True/False)

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Question 112

Discuss the reasons for the decline of the manufacturing sector and the reasons for the tremendous growth in the service sector.

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Question 113

A culture low in masculinity is not aggressive and is not concerned with the acquisition of money and other possessions.

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Question 114

A knowledge worker's career path may run parallel to a management career path.The benefit of this path for the worker is

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Question 115

Differences in age, gender, ethnicity, and physical ability are all considered to be components of diversity.

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Question 116

______ refers to observable differences in people, including race, age, ethnicity, physical abilities, physical characteristics, and gender.

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 117

Rapid change in business relationships, organizational structures, and financial systems has made it easier to keep accurate track of a company's financial position.

(True/False)

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Question 118

Reciprocal mentoring: matches _ with ____ to allow both people to learn more about a different group.

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Question 119

___________ workers are hired because of what they know.

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Matching Match each barrier to inclusion with the scenario that most clearly illustrates it. -Susan has nothing against black people, but she thinks they're less intelligent on average than white people are.

Which of the following groups of people is NOT increasing as a percentage of the total workforce in the United States?

Masculinity

The U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a dramatic increase in workers ____ during the next decade.

Stereotypes can be based on all of the following characteristics EXCEPT

Cultural diversity can enhance synergy in an organization.

Match each cultural dimension with the scenario that most clearly illustrates it. -Francisco is more interested in accruing wealth and material possessions than in fostering meaningful relationships in his personal or professional life.

Workforce diversity is mostly occurring in the United States, rather than in other countries around the world.

Breakthroughs in ____________________ technology have resulted in leaner organizations and more collaboration across employees, but also in less personal communication and an increased sense of urgency in communications.

Michelle lives in a society where the focus is on the future, and where persistence and thrift are valued.Michelle's culture has a(n) ____________________ orientation.

The most effective service organizations produce intangible outcomes for their customers.

Valuing diversity means appreciating the varying ideas and perspectives that are provided by a heterogeneous workforce.

Discuss the reasons for the decline of the manufacturing sector and the reasons for the tremendous growth in the service sector.

A culture low in masculinity is not aggressive and is not concerned with the acquisition of money and other possessions.

A knowledge worker's career path may run parallel to a management career path.The benefit of this path for the worker is

Differences in age, gender, ethnicity, and physical ability are all considered to be components of diversity.

______ refers to observable differences in people, including race, age, ethnicity, physical abilities, physical characteristics, and gender.

Rapid change in business relationships, organizational structures, and financial systems has made it easier to keep accurate track of a company's financial position.

Reciprocal mentoring: matches _ with ____ to allow both people to learn more about a different group.

___________ workers are hired because of what they know.

An Overview of Organizational Behavior

Individual Differences

Individual Values, Perceptions, and Reactions

Motivating Behavior

Motivating Behavior with Work and Rewards

Groups and Teams

Decision Making and Problem Solving

Communication

Managing Conflict and Negotiating

Traditional Leadership Approaches

Contemporary Views of Leadership in Organizations

Power, Influence, and Politics

Organizational Structure and Design

Organizational Culture

Organization Change and Change Management

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Exam 2: The Changing Environment of Organizations

Matching Match each barrier to inclusion with the scenario that most clearly illustrates it. -Susan has nothing against black people, but she thinks they're less intelligent on average than white people are.

Which of the following groups of people is NOT increasing as a percentage of the total workforce in the United States?

Masculinity

The U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a dramatic increase in workers ____ during the next decade.

Stereotypes can be based on all of the following characteristics EXCEPT

Cultural diversity can enhance synergy in an organization.

Match each cultural dimension with the scenario that most clearly illustrates it. -Francisco is more interested in accruing wealth and material possessions than in fostering meaningful relationships in his personal or professional life.

Workforce diversity is mostly occurring in the United States, rather than in other countries around the world.

Breakthroughs in ____________________ technology have resulted in leaner organizations and more collaboration across employees, but also in less personal communication and an increased sense of urgency in communications.

Michelle lives in a society where the focus is on the future, and where persistence and thrift are valued.Michelle's culture has a(n) ____________________ orientation.

The most effective service organizations produce intangible outcomes for their customers.

Valuing diversity means appreciating the varying ideas and perspectives that are provided by a heterogeneous workforce.

Discuss the reasons for the decline of the manufacturing sector and the reasons for the tremendous growth in the service sector.

A culture low in masculinity is not aggressive and is not concerned with the acquisition of money and other possessions.

A knowledge worker's career path may run parallel to a management career path.The benefit of this path for the worker is

Differences in age, gender, ethnicity, and physical ability are all considered to be components of diversity.

______ refers to observable differences in people, including race, age, ethnicity, physical abilities, physical characteristics, and gender.

Rapid change in business relationships, organizational structures, and financial systems has made it easier to keep accurate track of a company's financial position.

Reciprocal mentoring: matches _______ with __________ to allow both people to learn more about a different group.

​___________ workers are hired because of what they know.

An Overview of Organizational Behavior

Individual Differences

Individual Values, Perceptions, and Reactions

Motivating Behavior

Motivating Behavior with Work and Rewards

Groups and Teams

Decision Making and Problem Solving

Communication

Managing Conflict and Negotiating

Traditional Leadership Approaches

Contemporary Views of Leadership in Organizations

Power, Influence, and Politics

Organizational Structure and Design

Organizational Culture

Organization Change and Change Management

Filters

Reciprocal mentoring: matches _ with ____ to allow both people to learn more about a different group.

___________ workers are hired because of what they know.