Exam 6: Networks, groups, bureaucracies and Societies

Heather works for a small but highly profitable software development company.In which of the following organizational structures will Heather and her co-workers be the most satisfied with their jobs and be the most productive?

Describe the main characteristics of a postnatural society.

Which of the following relationships is characterized by the possibility of increased individuality?

In which type of society did large cities first appear?

How many dyadic relationships are possible between two individuals?

Jean and Bruce have been married for six years and have just adopted a baby named Alice.What type of social group do Jean,Bruce,and Alice belong to together?

What is the principal primary group in most people's lives?

Michaela begs her parents to buy her a particular brand of expensive boots because her friends have been teasing her about the less expensive pair she has been wearing.For Michaela,what type of group are her friends in this situation?

According to the textbook,approximately what percentage of German Jews were married to non-Jews in 1933?

The large organization that Josh works for issues each employee a number,has each employee sign in to work via time clock,and never addresses employees by name,only by number.What criticism against bureaucracies is relevant in this case?

Ultimately,who did researcher Bernard Lefkowitz indict for the rape of the young woman in Glen Ridge,New Jersey?

Which of the following leadership styles is least effective in most situations?

At the large organization where Josh works,daily directives are issued by the CEO and CFO,despite there being several managers who were supposed to be consulted and have input into the daily operations of the organization.What criticism against bureaucracies is relevant in this case?

How did Soloman Asch demonstrate the connection between group pressure and conformity?

In all but crisis situations,which leadership style is demonstrated to be the most effective overall?

Which of the following factors increases the likelihood of group conformity?

Lori and Tim have been married for nine years.If they are to continue to be married,which of the following must characterize their relationship?

According to the textbook,what lies at the heart of social interactions that require cooperation?

Explain what is meant by an organization environment.

Max Weber concentrated on the inefficiencies of bureaucracy.