Question 1

A person who supports and actively listens to others, seeks security, and is able to make decisions and take action is likely to be:&#10;A) introspective.&#10;B) passive.&#10;C) an ineffective manager.&#10;D) self-aware.

Accepted Answer

The described characteristics suggest a person who is self-aware and capable of being an effective leader or manager. Supporting and listening to others and being able to make decisions and take action are all important qualities for leadership, while seeking security can indicate a sense of responsibility and awareness of potential risks. The term introspective implies a focus on one's own thoughts and feelings, rather than on the needs and perspectives of others, and passivity suggests a lack of action or initiative.

Question 2

Inclusion is the interpersonal need that balances:&#10;A) power and influence in relationships.&#10;B) the desire to be part of a group against the desire for solitude.&#10;C) the desire for warmth and the desire to maintain distance.&#10;D) the desire to help others or to be helped.&#10;E) none of the above.

Accepted Answer

Inclusion is the need to belong and be part of a group, but it is also balanced by the need for privacy and solitude. Option A is related to the need for power and influence, option C is related to the need for intimacy and distance, and option D is related to the need for giving and receiving support, which are not directly related to inclusion.

Question 3

In group situations, an assertive person is effective because he or she:&#10;A) is able to efficiently override opposing viewpoints.&#10;B) can easily make decisions because he or she holds opinions of others in little regard.&#10;C) facilitates effective interaction because he or she intensifies a similar behavior.&#10;D) is open and self-expressive and encourages others to be more assertive.

Accepted Answer

An assertive person who is open and self-expressive encourages others to be more assertive, which can lead to effective interaction in group situations. The other options involve negative traits such as overriding opposing viewpoints and holding opinions of others in little regard.

Question 4

A task-oriented person who enjoys engaging new challenges is most likely:&#10;A) patient.&#10;B) interested in the humanities.&#10;C) accommodating.&#10;D) consistent.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A task-oriented person who enjoys engaging new...

Question 5

Most successful top executives are:&#10;A) always attempting to accomplish several things at once.&#10;B) patient and amiable.&#10;C) competitive.&#10;D) aggressive.&#10;E) all of the above.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Most successful top executives are:&#10;A) always attempting...

Question 6

A high passive score on the assertiveness scale often indicates:&#10;A) a person tries to please everyone.&#10;B) a person is inconsistent.&#10;C) a person is unsuccessful.&#10;D) all of the above.&#10;E) none of the above.

Accepted Answer

A high passive score on the assertiveness scale often indicates that a person tries to please everyone. There is no indication that a high passive score necessarily means a person is inconsistent or unsuccessful.

Question 7

According to the assertiveness style inventory by Bowen, of the following basic behaviors, which hinders effective interpersonal relations?
I) Passive II. Aggressive III. Assertive

A) only I
B) only II
C) only III
D) I and II
E) II and III

Accepted Answer

Both passive and aggressive behaviors hinder effective interpersonal relations. Passive behavior can lead to resentment and frustration from others who feel that their needs are not being met, while aggressive behavior can lead to fear and hostility, making it difficult to establish trust and cooperation. Assertive behavior, on the other hand, promotes open communication and mutual respect, leading to more positive interactions and outcomes.

Question 8

Each interpersonal need has the subdimensions of:
I) expressed desire II. direct desire III. wanted desire

A) I and II
B) II and III
C) I and III
D) all of the above
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The subdimensions of each interpersonal need are expressed desire (what we communicate to others), direct desire (what we ask for explicitly), and wanted desire (what we may want but have difficulty expressing or may not even be aware of ourselves). Option C, I and III, includes the two correct subdimensions for each interpersonal need. Option A, I and II, leaves out an important subdimension, and option B, II and III, oversimplifies the complexity of interpersonal needs by only including the subdimensions of asking for what we want and what we may subconsciously want.

Question 9

A Type A manager is characterized by:&#10;A) thriving in an environment of tight deadlines.&#10;B) patience.&#10;C) providing thoughtful analyses of complex issues.&#10;D) all of the above.

Accepted Answer

Type A managers are known for their competitive, driven nature and ability to thrive in high-pressure environments with tight deadlines. Patience and providing thoughtful analyses are not typically associated with the Type A personality.

Question 10

Individuals cannot effectively lead others unless:&#10;A) they hire a therapist or personal coach.&#10;B) are low assertive and low task oriented.&#10;C) they give gut-level feedback about other people's fears.&#10;D) they are able to effectively lead themselves first.

Accepted Answer

To effectively lead others, an individual must first be able to lead themselves. This means having self-awareness, self-discipline, and a clear understanding of one's own values and goals. Without these qualities, an individual will struggle to provide direction and guidance to others. Choices A, B, and C are not relevant to effective leadership.

Deck 1: Self-Awareness: a Point of Departure