CHAPTER 14 PRACTICE QUIZ VERSION 1

What is the key idea behind equity theory?

• People won’t be motivated if they believe the relationship between what they contribute and what they earn is different from the relationship between what others contribute and what others earn.

• People are motivated by the rewards they receive.

• People are motivated by the challenges they face.

• People are motivated by the work environment.

What do experts recommend as a combination of actions for managers to move forward with change?

• Engage employees in planning the change

• Gain staff commitment to the change and its eventual benefits

• Introduce change in small increments

• Encourage open, authentic communication about the process

• Celebrate achievement of milestones along the way

How does Google’s culture change from its earlier years to 2018 according to the text?

• It became more bureaucratic.

• It remained the same.

• It became more innovative.

• It became less focused on employees.

What is the significance of work/life balance in the companies listed in the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for?

• It improves employee satisfaction and productivity.

• It has no significant impact on employee performance.

• It leads to higher turnover rates.

• It reduces the need for employee benefits.

What is the main advantage of a line-and-staff organization?

• Improved decision-making

• Increased flexibility

• Enhanced communication

• Better resource allocation

How do line managers and staff managers differ in their roles within an organization?

• Line managers are responsible for overseeing the work of employees directly, while staff managers provide support and expertise.

• Line managers provide support and expertise, while staff managers oversee the work of employees directly.

• Both line managers and staff managers have the same roles within an organization.

• Line managers work in administrative roles, while staff managers work in operational roles.

Autocratic leadership is characterized by:

• Decision-making centralized in one leader

• Collaborative decision-making

• Delegation of authority

• Consensus-driven leadership

What are the benefits of democratic leadership?

• Encourages participation

• Promotes creativity

• Improves decision-making

• All of the above

The matrix structure encourages teamwork and communication by:

• Promoting collaboration across different departments

• Isolating teams to work independently

• Focusing solely on individual performance

• Reducing the need for communication

What are some potential disadvantages of the matrix structure?

• Complexity in management

• Clear lines of authority

• Enhanced communication

• Increased flexibility