BUSA 1010 - Chapter 9 - Motivating, Satisfying, and Leading Empl

Which of the following refers to the relatively stable set of psychological attributes that distinguish one person from another?

• Emotional intelligence

• Self-efficacy

• Personality

• Risk propensity

Theory X assumes that:

• Workers are naturally energetic

• Workers are naturally lazy and uncooperative

• Workers are self-motivated

• Workers are interested in being productive

Which type of power is based on subordinates' identification with the leader and their urge to imitate the leader?

• Coercive power

• Legitimate power

• Referent power

• Reward power

The person-job fit refers to:

• The match between an employee's skills and job requirements

• The extent to which contributions and inducements match

• The relationship between manager and employee

• The alignment of organizational goals with personal goals

Which of the following is a characteristic of transformational leadership?

• Focuses on routine matters

• Maintains status quo

• Creates a vision to guide change

• Emphasizes short-term goals

Job enrichment means:

• Adding more tasks to a job description

• Adding motivating factors to a job

• Increasing an employee's salary

• Expanding work hours

Machiavellianism refers to:

• A leadership style focused on employee well-being

• Behavior designed to gain power and control

• A management approach emphasizing teamwork

• A personality trait focused on achievement

What is morale?

• Individual job satisfaction

• The overall attitude people have toward their workplace

• Employee commitment to organizational goals

• Personal work ethic

What type of teams allow employees to work together despite being in different locations?

• Problem-solving teams

• Self-managed teams

• Virtual teams

• Project teams

What is the main focus of Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory?

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  Motivating employees through monetary rewards
  

• Distinguishing between hygiene and motivating factors

• Emphasizing teamwork and collaboration

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  Highlighting the role of leadership traits