Question 1

Wilson is viewed by his boss as driven,tenacious,and conscientious in the pursuit of his goals.These characteristics fit within which category?

Accepted Answer

A) Physical characteristics 
B) Intelligence and ability 
C) Work-related characteristics 
D) Social background 
E) Social characteristics 
A) Physical characteristics 
B) Intelligence and ability 
C) Work-related characteristics 
D) Social background 
E) Social characteristics C

Question 2

Marion is a great manager and he has a number of special skills.In particular,Marion has the ability to get his subordinates to do more than would be normally expected.Which of the following terms best describes Marion?

Accepted Answer

A) Transactional leader 
B) Supportive leader 
C) Charismatic leader 
D) People-oriented leader 
E) Production-oriented leader 
A) Transactional leader 
B) Supportive leader 
C) Charismatic leader 
D) People-oriented leader 
E) Production-oriented leader C

Question 3

The task-oriented leader,according to Fiedler,excels in the favorable situation whereas relationship-oriented leaders are most effective in situations of moderate favorability.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Influence means that the relationship among people is passive.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Charismatic leaders typically have a strong vision for the future and they can motivate others to help realize it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

_____ followers are critical,independent thinkers and are active in the organization.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____ followers are critical,independent thinkers and are...

Question 7

Vision,innovation,nurturing,and personal power are examples of _____ qualities.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Vision,innovation,nurturing,and personal power are examples of _____...

Question 8

A model of leadership that describes the relationship between leadership styles and specific organizational situations is called a(n)_____ approach.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A model of leadership that describes the...

Question 9

Hersey and Blanchard's situational theory focuses a great deal of attention on the characteristics of employees in determining appropriate leadership behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Two leadership styles used by Fiedler in his contingency theory were:

Accepted Answer

A) employee-centered and job-centered. 
B) consideration and initiating structure. 
C) concern for people and concern for production. 
D) relationship-oriented and task-oriented. 
E) employee-oriented and relations-oriented. 
A) employee-centered and job-centered. 
B) consideration and initiating structure. 
C) concern for people and concern for production. 
D) relationship-oriented and task-oriented. 
E) employee-oriented and relations-oriented.

Question 11

_____ is the extent to which the leader is task oriented and directs subordinates' work activities toward goal attainment.

Accepted Answer

Initiating

Question 12

List the two dimensions used in Blake and Mouton's Leadership Grid.

Accepted Answer

The two dimensions a

Question 13

A(n)_____ leader is distinguished by a special ability to bring about innovation and change.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)_____ leader is distinguished by a special...

Question 14

Within a single individual,management and leadership reflect the same sets of qualities and skills that frequently overlap.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The pragmatic survivor is a follower who participates actively in the organization but does not use critical thinking skills.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Beth,a middle manager at Heather's Handbags,uses threats and punishments as ways of influencing the behavior of his subordinates.Which of the following sources of power is Beth relying on?

Accepted Answer

A) Reward power 
B) Coercive power 
C) Expert power 
D) Referent power 
E) Personal power 
A) Reward power 
B) Coercive power 
C) Expert power 
D) Referent power 
E) Personal power

Question 17

In a recent study,it was found that men were more capable of motivating others and listening than women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

When Lonnie shouts at Kerry in public for not finishing her work and suspends her for two days,he is using his coercive power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A Level I leader is:

Accepted Answer

A) capable. 
B) contributing. 
C) competent. 
D) effective. 
E) the highest level. 
A) capable. 
B) contributing. 
C) competent. 
D) effective. 
E) the highest level.

Question 20

Which of the following is a follower who participates actively in the organization but does not use critical thinking skills?

Accepted Answer

A) Passive follower 
B) Effective follower 
C) Alienated follower 
D) Conformist 
E) Pragmatic survivor 
A) Passive follower 
B) Effective follower 
C) Alienated follower 
D) Conformist 
E) Pragmatic survivor

Wilson is viewed by his boss as driven,tenacious,and conscientious in the pursuit of his goals.These characteristics fit within which category?

Marion is a great manager and he has a number of special skills.In particular,Marion has the ability to get his subordinates to do more than would be normally expected.Which of the following terms best describes Marion?

The task-oriented leader,according to Fiedler,excels in the favorable situation whereas relationship-oriented leaders are most effective in situations of moderate favorability.

Influence means that the relationship among people is passive.

Charismatic leaders typically have a strong vision for the future and they can motivate others to help realize it.

_____ followers are critical,independent thinkers and are active in the organization.

Vision,innovation,nurturing,and personal power are examples of _____ qualities.

A model of leadership that describes the relationship between leadership styles and specific organizational situations is called a(n)_____ approach.

Hersey and Blanchard's situational theory focuses a great deal of attention on the characteristics of employees in determining appropriate leadership behavior.

Two leadership styles used by Fiedler in his contingency theory were:

_____ is the extent to which the leader is task oriented and directs subordinates' work activities toward goal attainment.

List the two dimensions used in Blake and Mouton's Leadership Grid.

A(n)_____ leader is distinguished by a special ability to bring about innovation and change.

Within a single individual,management and leadership reflect the same sets of qualities and skills that frequently overlap.

The pragmatic survivor is a follower who participates actively in the organization but does not use critical thinking skills.

Beth,a middle manager at Heather's Handbags,uses threats and punishments as ways of influencing the behavior of his subordinates.Which of the following sources of power is Beth relying on?

In a recent study,it was found that men were more capable of motivating others and listening than women.

When Lonnie shouts at Kerry in public for not finishing her work and suspends her for two days,he is using his coercive power.

A Level I leader is:

Which of the following is a follower who participates actively in the organization but does not use critical thinking skills?

The World of Innovative Management

The Environment and Corporate Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Ethics and Social Responsibility

Planning and Goal Setting

Managerial Decision Making

Designing Organization Structure

Managing Change and Innovation

Managing Human Resources and Diversity

Understanding Individual Behavior

Motivating Employees

Managing Communication

Leading Teams

Managing Quality and Performance

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Exam 11: Leadership

Wilson is viewed by his boss as driven,tenacious,and conscientious in the pursuit of his goals.These characteristics fit within which category?

Marion is a great manager and he has a number of special skills.In particular,Marion has the ability to get his subordinates to do more than would be normally expected.Which of the following terms best describes Marion?

The task-oriented leader,according to Fiedler,excels in the favorable situation whereas relationship-oriented leaders are most effective in situations of moderate favorability.

Influence means that the relationship among people is passive.

Charismatic leaders typically have a strong vision for the future and they can motivate others to help realize it.

_____ followers are critical,independent thinkers and are active in the organization.

Vision,innovation,nurturing,and personal power are examples of _____ qualities.

A model of leadership that describes the relationship between leadership styles and specific organizational situations is called a(n)_____ approach.

Hersey and Blanchard's situational theory focuses a great deal of attention on the characteristics of employees in determining appropriate leadership behavior.

Two leadership styles used by Fiedler in his contingency theory were:

_____ is the extent to which the leader is task oriented and directs subordinates' work activities toward goal attainment.

List the two dimensions used in Blake and Mouton's Leadership Grid.

A(n)_____ leader is distinguished by a special ability to bring about innovation and change.

Within a single individual,management and leadership reflect the same sets of qualities and skills that frequently overlap.

The pragmatic survivor is a follower who participates actively in the organization but does not use critical thinking skills.

Beth,a middle manager at Heather's Handbags,uses threats and punishments as ways of influencing the behavior of his subordinates.Which of the following sources of power is Beth relying on?

In a recent study,it was found that men were more capable of motivating others and listening than women.

When Lonnie shouts at Kerry in public for not finishing her work and suspends her for two days,he is using his coercive power.

A Level I leader is:

Which of the following is a follower who participates actively in the organization but does not use critical thinking skills?

The World of Innovative Management

The Environment and Corporate Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Ethics and Social Responsibility

Planning and Goal Setting

Managerial Decision Making

Designing Organization Structure

Managing Change and Innovation

Managing Human Resources and Diversity

Understanding Individual Behavior

Motivating Employees

Managing Communication

Leading Teams

Managing Quality and Performance

Filters