Question 1

The type of follower who reveals the greatest range of behaviors is the:

Accepted Answer

A) alienated follower. 
B) effective follower. 
C) pragmatic follower. 
D) conformist follower. 
A) alienated follower. 
B) effective follower. 
C) pragmatic follower. 
D) conformist follower. C

Question 2

Describe an obstacle to delegation,or sign of delegating too little,that you have observed on the job.

Accepted Answer

One obstacle to delegation that I have observed on the job is a lack of trust in team members' abilities. Some managers or team leaders may struggle to delegate tasks because they don't believe that their team members can handle the responsibilities. This can lead to micromanaging and a lack of empowerment for the team, ultimately hindering productivity and growth.

Another sign of delegating too little is when a manager or team leader becomes overwhelmed with their workload. This can lead to burnout, decreased morale, and ultimately a negative impact on the team's overall performance. When a leader is unable to effectively delegate tasks and responsibilities, it can create a bottleneck in the workflow and hinder the team's ability to succeed. Recognizing these signs and addressing the obstacles to delegation is crucial for creating a more efficient and empowered team dynamic.

Question 3

Which of the following has resulted from the higher educational level of the work environment?

Accepted Answer

A) An increasing proportion of workers in out-groups. 
B) Workers are rejecting top-down directive leadership. 
C) More employees with an external locus of control. 
D) A decreasing need for delegation. 
A) An increasing proportion of workers in out-groups. 
B) Workers are rejecting top-down directive leadership. 
C) More employees with an external locus of control. 
D) A decreasing need for delegation. B

Question 4

The leader-member exchange (LMX)is the quality of the exchange relationship between a leader and a follower.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Can someone have a successful career by aspiring to be an effective follower? Explain.

Accepted Answer

Yes.Most scholars and practitioners agre

Question 6

What are some of the things that a leader should not delegate?

Accepted Answer

Leaders should not delegate pe

Question 7

For fear of being criticized,I do not take the initiative to seek out and successfully complete assignments that go above and beyond your job. This statement from a subordinate identifies the group the person aligns with. Choose the group and

Accepted Answer

A) in-group 
B) out-group 
A) in-group 
B) out-group

Question 8

Follower influencing characteristics include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) power position. 
B) gender and status. 
C) locus of control. 
D) education and experience. 
A) power position. 
B) gender and status. 
C) locus of control. 
D) education and experience.

Question 9

Pragmatic followers are often known to "play political games."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

What do you say to those who argue that tactics used by followers to get noticed by their leader (such as impressions management,ingratiation,and self-promotion)are shameful and self-serving and should be avoided?

Accepted Answer

Those who say that followers' strategies

Question 11

What are the differences between in-groups and out-groups?

Accepted Answer

The in-group includes followers with str

Question 12

Dyadic refers to the individualized relationship between a leader and each follower in a work unit.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Because one of your employees,Angela,functions well in self-managed teams,likes to initiate change,and is willing to put herself at risk for the best interest of the organization,she is a(n)____ follower.

Accepted Answer

A) effective 
B) pragmatic 
C) alienated 
D) conformist 
A) effective 
B) pragmatic 
C) alienated 
D) conformist

Question 14

Which of the following may be delegated?

Accepted Answer

A) Technical matters. 
B) Crises. 
C) Personnel matters. 
D) Matters delegated to you. 
A) Technical matters. 
B) Crises. 
C) Personnel matters. 
D) Matters delegated to you.

Question 15

The ____ follower is someone who is high on involvement but low on critical thinking.

Accepted Answer

A) alienated 
B) conformist 
C) passive 
D) pragmatic 
A) alienated 
B) conformist 
C) passive 
D) pragmatic

Question 16

Leaders primarily use ____ to influence members of the in-group.

Accepted Answer

A) referent power 
B) locus of control 
C) ingratiation 
D) social capital 
A) referent power 
B) locus of control 
C) ingratiation 
D) social capital

Question 17

The higher the quality of an LMX relationship:

Accepted Answer

A) the higher the performance of the organization. 
B) the more successful the manager. 
C) the more resources the follower receives. 
D) the greater the dissatisfaction of followers. 
A) the higher the performance of the organization. 
B) the more successful the manager. 
C) the more resources the follower receives. 
D) the greater the dissatisfaction of followers.

Question 18

The effective follower must avoid raising issues with the leader,even if the leader's decisions are misguided or unethical.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A hierarchical relationship in which leader-follower dyads (or pairs)develops. Which concept is described by this statement?

Accepted Answer

A) vertical dyadic linkage theory 
B) leader-member exchange theory 
A) vertical dyadic linkage theory 
B) leader-member exchange theory

Question 20

We started a new project today but I did not understand what I was supposed to be doing or expected to do. So I went to talk to my boss about what to do. This statement best identifies which of the following guidelines to becoming an effective follower?

Accepted Answer

A) Offer support to leader. 
B) Take initiative. 
C) Play counseling and coaching roles to leader when appropriate. 
D) Raise issues and/or concerns when necessary. 
E) Seek and encourage honest feedback from the leader.
F)Clarify your role and expectations.
G)Show appreciation.
H)Keep the leader informed.
I)Resist inappropriate influence of leader. 
A) Offer support to leader. 
B) Take initiative. 
C) Play counseling and coaching roles to leader when appropriate. 
D) Raise issues and/or concerns when necessary. 
E) Seek and encourage honest feedback from the leader.
F)Clarify your role and expectations.
G)Show appreciation.
H)Keep the leader informed.
I)Resist inappropriate influence of leader.

The type of follower who reveals the greatest range of behaviors is the:

Describe an obstacle to delegation,or sign of delegating too little,that you have observed on the job.

Which of the following has resulted from the higher educational level of the work environment?

The leader-member exchange (LMX)is the quality of the exchange relationship between a leader and a follower.

Can someone have a successful career by aspiring to be an effective follower? Explain.

What are some of the things that a leader should not delegate?

For fear of being criticized,I do not take the initiative to seek out and successfully complete assignments that go above and beyond your job. This statement from a subordinate identifies the group the person aligns with. Choose the group and

Follower influencing characteristics include all of the following EXCEPT:

Pragmatic followers are often known to "play political games."

What do you say to those who argue that tactics used by followers to get noticed by their leader (such as impressions management,ingratiation,and self-promotion)are shameful and self-serving and should be avoided?

What are the differences between in-groups and out-groups?

Dyadic refers to the individualized relationship between a leader and each follower in a work unit.

Because one of your employees,Angela,functions well in self-managed teams,likes to initiate change,and is willing to put herself at risk for the best interest of the organization,she is a(n)____ follower.

Which of the following may be delegated?

The ____ follower is someone who is high on involvement but low on critical thinking.

Leaders primarily use ____ to influence members of the in-group.

The higher the quality of an LMX relationship:

The effective follower must avoid raising issues with the leader,even if the leader's decisions are misguided or unethical.

A hierarchical relationship in which leader-follower dyads (or pairs)develops. Which concept is described by this statement?

We started a new project today but I did not understand what I was supposed to be doing or expected to do. So I went to talk to my boss about what to do. This statement best identifies which of the following guidelines to becoming an effective follower?

Who Is a Leader and What Skills Do Leaders Need?

Leadership Traits and Ethics

Leadership Behavior and Motivation

Contingency Leadership Theories

Influencing: Power, Politics, Networking, and Negotiation

Communication, Coaching, and Conflict Skills

Team Leadership and Self-Managed Teams

Charismatic and Transformational Leadership

Leadership of Culture, Ethics, and Diversity

Strategic Leadership and Change Management

Crisis Leadership and the Learning Organization

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Exam 7: Leader-Member Exchange and Followership

The type of follower who reveals the greatest range of behaviors is the:

Describe an obstacle to delegation,or sign of delegating too little,that you have observed on the job.

Which of the following has resulted from the higher educational level of the work environment?

The leader-member exchange (LMX)is the quality of the exchange relationship between a leader and a follower.

Can someone have a successful career by aspiring to be an effective follower? Explain.

What are some of the things that a leader should not delegate?

For fear of being criticized,I do not take the initiative to seek out and successfully complete assignments that go above and beyond your job. This statement from a subordinate identifies the group the person aligns with. Choose the group and

Follower influencing characteristics include all of the following EXCEPT:

Pragmatic followers are often known to "play political games."

What do you say to those who argue that tactics used by followers to get noticed by their leader (such as impressions management,ingratiation,and self-promotion)are shameful and self-serving and should be avoided?

What are the differences between in-groups and out-groups?

Dyadic refers to the individualized relationship between a leader and each follower in a work unit.

Because one of your employees,Angela,functions well in self-managed teams,likes to initiate change,and is willing to put herself at risk for the best interest of the organization,she is a(n)____ follower.

Which of the following may be delegated?

The ____ follower is someone who is high on involvement but low on critical thinking.

Leaders primarily use ____ to influence members of the in-group.

The higher the quality of an LMX relationship:

The effective follower must avoid raising issues with the leader,even if the leader's decisions are misguided or unethical.

A hierarchical relationship in which leader-follower dyads (or pairs)develops. Which concept is described by this statement?

We started a new project today but I did not understand what I was supposed to be doing or expected to do. So I went to talk to my boss about what to do. This statement best identifies which of the following guidelines to becoming an effective follower?

Who Is a Leader and What Skills Do Leaders Need?

Leadership Traits and Ethics

Leadership Behavior and Motivation

Contingency Leadership Theories

Influencing: Power, Politics, Networking, and Negotiation

Communication, Coaching, and Conflict Skills

Team Leadership and Self-Managed Teams

Charismatic and Transformational Leadership

Leadership of Culture, Ethics, and Diversity

Strategic Leadership and Change Management

Crisis Leadership and the Learning Organization

Filters