Question 1

The organizational structure is

Accepted Answer

A) a tangible reality. 
B) an end in itself. 
C) sacrosanct and permanent. 
D) a tool for getting things done in organizations. 
A) a tangible reality. 
B) an end in itself. 
C) sacrosanct and permanent. 
D) a tool for getting things done in organizations. D

Question 2

Organizations with a _____________ culture tend to have formal rules and procedures.

Accepted Answer

A) clan 
B) adhocracy 
C) hierarchy 
D) market 
A) clan 
B) adhocracy 
C) hierarchy 
D) market C

Question 3

Explain how organizational culture impacts organizational climate.

Accepted Answer

Organizational culture has been defined as a system of shared backgrounds, norms, values or beliefs among members of a group and organizational climate concerns members' subjective reactions about the organization. These two concepts are distinct in that organizational climate is partly a function of or reaction to, organizational culture; one's feelings or emotional reactions about an organization are probably affected by the degree to which a person shares the prevailing values, beliefs and backgrounds of organizational members. If a person does not share the same values or beliefs of the majority of members, then in all likelihood this person would have a fairly negative reaction about the organization overall. Thus, organizational climate is related to how well organizational members get along with each other. It is also important to note that organizational climate is narrower in scope but highly related to job satisfaction. Generally, organizational climate has more to do with non task perceptions of work, such as feelings about coworkers or company policies, whereas job satisfaction usually also includes perceptions of workload and the nature of the tasks performed.

Question 4

In the information age, companies succeed according to how well they can capture the benefits from "economies of scale and scope".

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Workers may be able to accomplish their tasks in an autonomous fashion, but the products of their efforts must be coordinated in order for the group to be successful. This refers to

Accepted Answer

A) task interdependence. 
B) task autonomy. 
C) task structure. 
D) task feedback. 
A) task interdependence. 
B) task autonomy. 
C) task structure. 
D) task feedback.

Question 6

Spatial complexity makes it easier for leaders to have face-to-face communication with subordinates, and to personally provide support and encouragement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Describe organizational complexity and the three dimensions on which it can be measured.

Accepted Answer

Horizontal, vertical and spatial element

Question 8

Define task structure. Describe the leadership style(s) needed to train and supervise a new worker on a job with high task structure.

Accepted Answer

In a structured task there is a known pr

Question 9

When there is a known procedure for accomplishing a task, rules governing how one goes about it and if these rules are followed, there is one result. These features characterize a(n)

Accepted Answer

A) task autonomy. 
B) structured task. 
C) unstructured task. 
D) task interdependence. 
A) task autonomy. 
B) structured task. 
C) unstructured task. 
D) task interdependence.

Question 10

What plays the most important role in determining who emerges as a leader, in response to the Great Man theory of leadership according to leadership researchers?

Accepted Answer

A) Abilities 
B) Traits 
C) Situation 
D) Behavior 
A) Abilities 
B) Traits 
C) Situation 
D) Behavior

Question 11

If we consider the example of ironing a shirt, which of the following task dimensions would be high?

Accepted Answer

A) Task feedback 
B) Task autonomy 
C) Task structure 
D) Task interdependence 
A) Task feedback 
B) Task autonomy 
C) Task structure 
D) Task interdependence

Question 12

What may appear to be a major technical innovation may also be devastating to organizational culture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Define formalization and mention its advantages and disadvantages for leaders and followers.

Accepted Answer

Formalization describes the degree of st

Question 14

Which of the following statements concerning societal culture is inaccurate?

Accepted Answer

A) Societal culture is comprised of the learned behaviors characterizing the total way of life of members within any given society. 
B) Things like the beliefs and myths of a culture that provide context to manifest behaviors are generally hidden from view. 
C) To most outsiders, the most salient and visible aspect of any culture is generally the values. 
D) Becoming aware and respectful of cultural differences and cultural perspectives is critical for leaders in the global context. 
A) Societal culture is comprised of the learned behaviors characterizing the total way of life of members within any given society. 
B) Things like the beliefs and myths of a culture that provide context to manifest behaviors are generally hidden from view. 
C) To most outsiders, the most salient and visible aspect of any culture is generally the values. 
D) Becoming aware and respectful of cultural differences and cultural perspectives is critical for leaders in the global context.

Question 15

This refers to the number of hierarchical levels appearing on an organization chart.

Accepted Answer

A) Centralization 
B) Formalization 
C) Horizontal complexity 
D) Vertical complexity 
A) Centralization 
B) Formalization 
C) Horizontal complexity 
D) Vertical complexity

Question 16

Organizational climate is partly a function of organizational culture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The degree of formalization in an organization tends to vary with its size.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Define and differentiate organizational culture and organizational climate.

Accepted Answer

Organizational culture has been defined

Question 19

GLOBE researchers identified six dimensions that were determined to be applicable across all global cultures for assessing CLT. Identify and discuss five of these dimensions and how they are used to categorize societies.• reflects the ability to inspire, motivate, and expect high performance from others on the basis of firmly held core values.• emphasizes effective team building and implementation of a common purpose or goal among team members.• reflects the degree to which managers involve others in making and implementing decisions.• reflects supportive and considerate leadership as well as compassion and generosity.• refers to independent and individualistic leadership.• focuses on ensuring the safety and security of the individual or group member.After analyzing the data from all the societies in the study, GLOBE researchers categorized them into 10 different societal clusters (such as Eastern Europe, Nordic Europe, Latin America, Southern Asia, and Anglo). Societies were included in a cluster based on criteria of relative similarity of values and beliefs within each cluster, and differentiation from other societal clusters.

Accepted Answer

Charismatic/value-based leader

Question 20

GLOBE researchers identified 22 specific attributes and behaviors that are viewed universally across cultures as contributing to leadership effectiveness. Which of the following attributes was not included in that list?

Accepted Answer

A) Dependable 
B) Decisive 
C) Foresighted 
D) Nonexplicit 
A) Dependable 
B) Decisive 
C) Foresighted 
D) Nonexplicit

The organizational structure is

Organizations with a _____________ culture tend to have formal rules and procedures.

Explain how organizational culture impacts organizational climate.

In the information age, companies succeed according to how well they can capture the benefits from "economies of scale and scope".

Workers may be able to accomplish their tasks in an autonomous fashion, but the products of their efforts must be coordinated in order for the group to be successful. This refers to

Spatial complexity makes it easier for leaders to have face-to-face communication with subordinates, and to personally provide support and encouragement.

Describe organizational complexity and the three dimensions on which it can be measured.

Define task structure. Describe the leadership style(s) needed to train and supervise a new worker on a job with high task structure.

When there is a known procedure for accomplishing a task, rules governing how one goes about it and if these rules are followed, there is one result. These features characterize a(n)

What plays the most important role in determining who emerges as a leader, in response to the Great Man theory of leadership according to leadership researchers?

If we consider the example of ironing a shirt, which of the following task dimensions would be high?

What may appear to be a major technical innovation may also be devastating to organizational culture.

Define formalization and mention its advantages and disadvantages for leaders and followers.

Which of the following statements concerning societal culture is inaccurate?

This refers to the number of hierarchical levels appearing on an organization chart.

Organizational climate is partly a function of organizational culture.

The degree of formalization in an organization tends to vary with its size.

Define and differentiate organizational culture and organizational climate.

GLOBE researchers identified 22 specific attributes and behaviors that are viewed universally across cultures as contributing to leadership effectiveness. Which of the following attributes was not included in that list?

What Do We Mean by Leadership

Leader Development

Skills for Developing Yourself As a Leader

Power and Influence

Values, Ethics, and Character

Leadership Attributes

Leadership Behavior

Skills for Building Personal Credibility and Influencing Others

Motivation, Performance, and Effectiveness

Satisfaction, Engagement, and Potential

Groups, Teams, and Their Leadership

The Situation

Contingency Theories of Leadership

Leadership and Change

The Dark Side of Leadership

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Exam 12: Skills for Developing Others

The organizational structure is

Organizations with a _____________ culture tend to have formal rules and procedures.

Explain how organizational culture impacts organizational climate.

In the information age, companies succeed according to how well they can capture the benefits from "economies of scale and scope".

Workers may be able to accomplish their tasks in an autonomous fashion, but the products of their efforts must be coordinated in order for the group to be successful. This refers to

Spatial complexity makes it easier for leaders to have face-to-face communication with subordinates, and to personally provide support and encouragement.

Describe organizational complexity and the three dimensions on which it can be measured.

Define task structure. Describe the leadership style(s) needed to train and supervise a new worker on a job with high task structure.

When there is a known procedure for accomplishing a task, rules governing how one goes about it and if these rules are followed, there is one result. These features characterize a(n)

What plays the most important role in determining who emerges as a leader, in response to the Great Man theory of leadership according to leadership researchers?

If we consider the example of ironing a shirt, which of the following task dimensions would be high?

What may appear to be a major technical innovation may also be devastating to organizational culture.

Define formalization and mention its advantages and disadvantages for leaders and followers.

Which of the following statements concerning societal culture is inaccurate?

This refers to the number of hierarchical levels appearing on an organization chart.

Organizational climate is partly a function of organizational culture.

The degree of formalization in an organization tends to vary with its size.

Define and differentiate organizational culture and organizational climate.

GLOBE researchers identified 22 specific attributes and behaviors that are viewed universally across cultures as contributing to leadership effectiveness. Which of the following attributes was not included in that list?

What Do We Mean by Leadership

Leader Development

Skills for Developing Yourself As a Leader

Power and Influence

Values, Ethics, and Character

Leadership Attributes

Leadership Behavior

Skills for Building Personal Credibility and Influencing Others

Motivation, Performance, and Effectiveness

Satisfaction, Engagement, and Potential

Groups, Teams, and Their Leadership

The Situation

Contingency Theories of Leadership

Leadership and Change

The Dark Side of Leadership

Filters