Question 1

The step of the creative process in which the idea or insight is tested and validated is called ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The step of the creative process in...

Question 2

Anything that induces stress is classified as a(n)____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Anything that induces stress is classified as...

Question 3

James gets his energy from other people,likes the big picture,makes gut decisions,and completes work before moving on to the next project.His traits illustrate the ____ dimensions of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator.

Accepted Answer

A) extrovert intuitive
Thinking
Judge 
B) extrovert intuitive
Feeling
Judge 
C) introvert intuitive
Feeling
Judge 
D) introvert sensing
Thinking
Judge 
E) introvert sensing
Feeling
Perceiver

Question 4

Moving is a stressor.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The extent to which the contributions of a manager match the inducements given by the organization is called the happiness factor.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Mary Paule is independent,determined,defiant,and competitive.These are examples of her

Accepted Answer

A) inducements. 
B) intangibles. 
C) psychological contracts. 
D) contributions. 
E) competencies.

Question 7

Individual behavior that makes a positive overall contribution to an organization is called

Accepted Answer

A) performance behavior. 
B) positive inducement. 
C) motivational behavior. 
D) organizational citizenship. 
E) perceptive contribution.

Question 8

Christine "knows" that Paul is independent,a trait she admires.Renee "knows" that Paul is defiant,a trait she does not admire.The ____ components of their attitudes differ.

Accepted Answer

A) affective 
B) intentional 
C) affirmative 
D) cognitive 
E) dissonance

Question 9

A person's range of interests is captured in the personality trait of

Accepted Answer

A) self-efficacy. 
B) openness. 
C) self-monitoring. 
D) risk propensity. 
E) dogmatism.

Question 10

Selective perception can be beneficial because it allows us to disregard minor bits of information.However,the basic perception must be accurate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Harrison wants to lose weight,but he eats salty snacks because he likes them.He is experiencing cognitive dissonance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Clarise believes her coworker is incompetent.Clarise automatically disagrees with her coworker.Clarise is using selective perception.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

An individual's level of job satisfaction is determined by

Accepted Answer

A) compensation. 
B) work policies. 
C) relationships with co-workers and supervisors. 
D) working conditions. 
E) All of these.

Question 14

Dale has a(n)____________________ because he believes that he has earned everything by himself.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Dale has a(n)____________________ because he believes that...

Question 15

Verification determines the truthfulness of the insight.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Officers in the US military have no control over employee pay.It is all based on time of service and rank.The military uses medals and ribbons to acknowledge excellence.The medals are an example of the inducement

Accepted Answer

A) pay. 
B) job security. 
C) benefits. 
D) career opportunities. 
E) status.

Question 17

For which of the following jobs would performance behaviors be most easily measured?

Accepted Answer

A) Research scientist 
B) Pizza delivery driver 
C) Professional basketball player 
D) All of these would be equally easy 
E) President of marketing

Question 18

Raakel has a learning difference.During her school years she developed remarkable determination,persistence,and character.Now she is a good employee and leader because of her individual contribution

Accepted Answer

A) effort. 
B) ability. 
C) loyalty. 
D) skills. 
E) competencies.

Question 19

____ thinking allows people to see similarities between situations or events.

Accepted Answer

A) Differentiated 
B) Divergent 
C) Cognitive 
D) Creative 
E) Convergent

Question 20

Even during the recession,companies are reluctant to hire over-qualified people because their ____ will not match and the employee will likely leave after a short period.

Accepted Answer

A) person-job fit 
B) tangibles and intangibles 
C) contribution-competency fit 
D) cognitive component 
E) contribution component

Exam 9: Basic Elements of Individual Behavior in Organizations

The step of the creative process in which the idea or insight is tested and validated is called ____________________.

Anything that induces stress is classified as a(n)____________________.

James gets his energy from other people,likes the big picture,makes gut decisions,and completes work before moving on to the next project.His traits illustrate the ____ dimensions of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator.

Moving is a stressor.

The extent to which the contributions of a manager match the inducements given by the organization is called the happiness factor.

Mary Paule is independent,determined,defiant,and competitive.These are examples of her

Individual behavior that makes a positive overall contribution to an organization is called

Christine "knows" that Paul is independent,a trait she admires.Renee "knows" that Paul is defiant,a trait she does not admire.The ____ components of their attitudes differ.

A person's range of interests is captured in the personality trait of

Selective perception can be beneficial because it allows us to disregard minor bits of information.However,the basic perception must be accurate.

Harrison wants to lose weight,but he eats salty snacks because he likes them.He is experiencing cognitive dissonance.

Clarise believes her coworker is incompetent.Clarise automatically disagrees with her coworker.Clarise is using selective perception.

An individual's level of job satisfaction is determined by

Dale has a(n)____________________ because he believes that he has earned everything by himself.

Verification determines the truthfulness of the insight.

Officers in the US military have no control over employee pay.It is all based on time of service and rank.The military uses medals and ribbons to acknowledge excellence.The medals are an example of the inducement

For which of the following jobs would performance behaviors be most easily measured?

Raakel has a learning difference.During her school years she developed remarkable determination,persistence,and character.Now she is a good employee and leader because of her individual contribution

____ thinking allows people to see similarities between situations or events.

Even during the recession,companies are reluctant to hire over-qualified people because their ____ will not match and the employee will likely leave after a short period.