Question 1

Collaboration depends on a model of shared power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Which of the following statements is not true of competitive power?

Accepted Answer

A)  Competitive power can be useful.
B)  Competition can lead to collaboration.
C)  All forms of power are always in a state of change.
D)  Competitive power is appropriate when protecting children.
E)  People with sufficient power currencies should never use them competitively. D

Question 3

Latisha appreciates the fact that she has been trained in the art of public speaking because she finds that in many situations she can employ her _____ as a power currency.

Accepted Answer

A)  interpersonal linkages
B)  resource control
C)  expertise
D)  communication skills
E)  responsibility D

Question 4

In order to ensure that there is a balance of power when dealing with large,impersonal institutions through phone calls,one must avoid:

Accepted Answer

A)  asking them to call back on unresolved issues.
B)  identifying individuals on the phone by name.
C)  being reluctant in escalating issues.
D)  telling the institutions all the steps taken to get a response from them.
E)  disobeying rules that seem ridiculous.

Question 5

Empowerment is most likely to occur when:

Accepted Answer

A)  communication behaviors are ineffectively combined with excessive use of power.
B)  expressions of interpersonal power are sufficient and communication behaviors are effective.
C)  communication behaviors are effective but an individual has very low interpersonal power.
D)  expressions of interpersonal power are excessive and communication behaviors are effective.
E)  None of the answers is correct.

Question 6

Hocker and Wilmot contend that power is not owned by an individual but is a product of communication relationships.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Most people in Western culture dislike exercising social power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Jake is always careful to arrive on time for work.He knows that his boss will deduct his pay for any missed hours.Jake's boss has what kind of power over him?

Accepted Answer

A)  Interpersonal linkage
B)  Resource control
C)  Expertise
D)  Communication skill
E)  Responsibility

Question 9

"I don't remember saying that" is an example of power denial.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

While preparing to teach an online course,Julie regularly seeks the assistance of Tony,the technology support person at her university.Julie understands that Tony has vast knowledge about the software and course management system she needs to use.Your book would describe the "power currency" Tony has in this scenario as which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Interpersonal linkage
B)  Resource control
C)  Expertise
D)  Communication skill
E)  Responsibility

Question 11

According to your text,sometimes it is more appropriate to settle disputes on the basis of rights rather than power or interests.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

According to the text,if you are not the "boss" at work,you do not really have any power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which of the following is the most accurate statement about power currencies?

Accepted Answer

A)  Power currencies are independent of one another.
B)  Individuals generally have only one or two currencies to use.
C)  Developing a repertoire of currencies can help lead to the sharing and balance of power.
D)  Power currencies cannot be exchanged.
E)  Exclusive reliance on one power currency is a good idea in most contexts.

Question 14

Both/and power remains the model of choice for many women in Western culture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

If you are in a low-power situation or relationship,the authors of your text suggest you accept it because there is not a lot you can do about it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following is not an example of denying the use of power?

Accepted Answer

A)  Denying that you communicated anything
B)  Denying that you remember what was communicated
C)  Denying that the other person communicated anything
D)  Denying that you meant what you said
E)  Denying the situation in which the use of power was communicated

Question 17

In an intimate relationship,generally,the person who is least invested in the relationship has the most power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The fundamental concept in conflict theory is:

Accepted Answer

A)  power.
B)  persuasion.
C)  compromise.
D)  collaboration.
E)  relationships.

Question 19

Since destructive conflicts are often set off by struggles over perceived power, and given that power is relational,power always is in a state of change.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following is not likely to balance the distribution of power in a conflict in favor of a person feeling low power?

Accepted Answer

A)  Validating or acknowledging the other
B)  Announcing intended escalations
C)  Asking the higher-power person what he or she needs
D)  Expressing optimism
E)  Using "you" statements

Exam 4: Power: The Structure of Conflict

Collaboration depends on a model of shared power.

Which of the following statements is not true of competitive power?

Latisha appreciates the fact that she has been trained in the art of public speaking because she finds that in many situations she can employ her _____ as a power currency.

In order to ensure that there is a balance of power when dealing with large,impersonal institutions through phone calls,one must avoid:

Empowerment is most likely to occur when:

Hocker and Wilmot contend that power is not owned by an individual but is a product of communication relationships.

Most people in Western culture dislike exercising social power.

Jake is always careful to arrive on time for work.He knows that his boss will deduct his pay for any missed hours.Jake's boss has what kind of power over him?

"I don't remember saying that" is an example of power denial.

According to your text,sometimes it is more appropriate to settle disputes on the basis of rights rather than power or interests.

According to the text,if you are not the "boss" at work,you do not really have any power.

Which of the following is the most accurate statement about power currencies?

Both/and power remains the model of choice for many women in Western culture.

If you are in a low-power situation or relationship,the authors of your text suggest you accept it because there is not a lot you can do about it.

Which of the following is not an example of denying the use of power?

In an intimate relationship,generally,the person who is least invested in the relationship has the most power.

The fundamental concept in conflict theory is:

Since destructive conflicts are often set off by struggles over perceived power, and given that power is relational,power always is in a state of change.

Which of the following is not likely to balance the distribution of power in a conflict in favor of a person feeling low power?