MGT103 CHAP11

Japan is generally characterized by the view that the group is more important that any individual in it. This is known as _____.
A . collectivism
B. diversity
C. individualism
D. group think

• B. individualism
• C. diversity
• D. group think
• A. collectivism

Answer explanation

chủ nghĩa tập thể Collectivism

According to a basic premise of Vroom's decision tree, after evaluating the characteristics of a problem or decision, the leader will

A . determine an appropriate decision style that specifies the amount of subordinate participation.
B .complete a measuring scale to determine the person with whom the leader is able to work best to solve the problem.
C. clarify subordinates' paths to goal attainment in terms of this specific decision.
D. assign it to members of the in-group to define and solve

• A
• B
• C
• D

Leaders using consideration behavior:
A. determine how tasks will be performed.
B.attempt to establish a friendly and supportive climate.
C. are keenly interested in performance.
D. establish formal lines of communication.

• D
• B
• A
• C

How can managers reduce the likelihood of political behavior by subordinates?

• by enhancing their own images
• by providing subordinates with responsibility
• by using inducements
• by decreasing diversity

Diane is the department head of the cardiac wing at Jenkins Hospital in Miami, Florida. She is considered a great leader. Diane is ranked highly for her leadership skills by her peers and subordinates alike.
Which of the following skills is a leadership skill that Diane is likely to possess?
A .organizing structure
B. aligning people
C . problem solving
D . planning budgets

• C
• B
• A
• D

The concept of substitutes for leadership suggests that need for independence is a _____ characteristic that may neutralize leader behavior.

• C leader
• A organizational
• D task
• B subordinate

Steve decides how projects are assigned to his staff and has final approval on overtime hours. This is an example of _____ power.
reward
legitimate
expert
referent

• reward
• legitimate
• expert
• referent

What is the vertical dyad?

• Each superior-subordinate pair in the LMX model is referred to as a vertical dyad.
• Each of the 16 scales on the LPC measure is referred to as a vertical dyad.
• Each path-goal connection in the path-goal theory of leadership is referred to as a vertical dyad.
• Each branch in the Vroom's development-driven decision tree is referred to as a vertical dyad.

Jordan Automotives is a large producer of parts used by U.S. automakers. By today's standards, the company's mainframe computer system is antiquated. Requirements for car manufacturers are so stringent that Jordan Automotives risks losing its supplier certification status if a significant upgrade is not made. In fact, a highly-integrated system that links MRP, production, inventory, and sales is warranted. The costs of such a system are high, and the conversion process is extensive. Because it involves dramatic changes to job and process designs, management anticipates resistance throughout the company.
Facing the decision for a major computer upgrade, which situational leadership model is best suited to prescribe appropriate leadership behavior at Jordan Automotive?

The LMX approach
The path-goal theory
Vroom's decision tree approach
The LPS theory

• The LMX approach
• The path-goal theory
• The Vroom's decision tree approach
• The LPS theory

Caleb manages the contract division of the largest property management company in New England. His division is full of high performers in terms of processing volume and speed. However, absenteeism is high among his employees. Many members of his department are openly dissatisfied with their jobs.
Using the Managerial Grid, Caleb can improve the effectiveness of his leadership style by increasing his concern for _____.

• people
• profits
• production
• process