Chapter 5: Life in Groups

Based on the size, which organization is the most stable?

• Queens University Student Population (1,200)

• Global Student Association Club at CPCC (67)

• Bank of America Corporate Center (217,000)

• JAB Holding Company - Panera Bread and Caribou Coffee Employees (10,000)

Which of the following characteristics is typically associated with legal-rational leadership?

• Encouraging innovation and flexibility in organizational processes

• Prioritizing emotional well-being and positive interpersonal relationships

• Strict adherence to formal rules, procedures, and established authority

• Emphasizing a collaborative and participative decision-making approach

In the context of social identity, consider a scenario where individuals share similar cultural values, traditions, and beliefs. Are these individuals more likely to be classified as an:

• In-group

• Out-group

Which of the following characteristics is typically associated with expressive leadership?

• Strict adherence to rules and regulations

• Emphasis on task accomplishment and efficiency

• Prioritizing emotional well-being and interpersonal relationships

• Authoritarian decision-making and control

If a military general emphasizes strict adherence to established protocols, follows a chain of command, and prioritizes achieving strategic objectives over individual well-being, they are embodying _____________ leadership.

• traditional

• charismatic

• instrumental

• expressive

Traditional leadership often involves a hierarchical structure, clear authority figures, and a focus on maintaining stability and order. Which of the following characteristics is typically associated with traditional leadership?

• Encouraging innovation and flexibility within the organization

• Strict adherence to established norms, values, and authority structures

• Emphasizing collaborative decision-making and consensus building

• Prioritizing individual well-being and personal development

What was a key finding of Stanley Milgram's obedience experiment?

• Participants consistently refused to follow authority figures' commands.

• The study concluded that authority has no influence on individual behavior.

• Participants were willing to administer potentially harmful electric shocks to others under authority pressure.

• The experiment focused exclusively on individual decision-making without considering social factors.

Charismatic leaders are known for their ability to inspire and influence others. What distinguishes charismatic leadership?

• Inspiring and influencing others through personal charisma and vision

• Emphasis on task accomplishment and efficiency

• Strict adherence to established rules and regulations

• Encouraging collaborative decision-making and team input

Which of the following characteristics is typically associated with expressive leadership?

• Strict enforcement of rules and regulations

• Task-oriented focus on efficiency and goal achievement

• Prioritizing emotional well-being and positive interpersonal relationships

• Authoritarian decision-making and control

What was the primary finding of Solomon Asch's conformity experiment?

• Participants consistently resisted group pressure and maintained independent judgments.

• Participants conformed to incorrect group judgments in a significant number of trials.

• The experiment focused on individual decision-making without considering group influence.

• The results showed no significant impact of group influence on participants' judgments.