Question 1

Researchers suggest that organizations have one overall climate, but many underlying cultures.

Accepted Answer

False&#10;

Question 2

Teleological change theory represents change as a deliberate undertaking by individuals affiliated with the organization.

Accepted Answer

Teleological change theory posits that change is a purposeful and goal-directed effort initiated and implemented by individuals or groups within an organization to reach a desired state.

Question 3

Which of the following is not one of the six steps of a quality life cycle?&#10;A) Energizing&#10;B) Readoption&#10;C) Maturation&#10;D) Limitation

Accepted Answer

Readoption is not one of the six steps of a quality life cycle. The six steps are: energizing, maturation, limitation, stagnation, decline, and death.

Question 4

Research on organizational learning in the context of leadership styles conclude that during times of stability organizational learning processes thrive under _____ leadership, while during times of change they benefit more from _____ leadership.

A) transformational; authoritarian
B) situational; traditional
C) transactional; transformational
D) laissez-faire; transactional

Accepted Answer

During times of stability, transactional leadership, which focuses on routine and structure, supports organizational learning by maintaining order and efficiency. In contrast, during times of change, transformational leadership, which is more flexible and encourages innovation and adaptation, is more effective in fostering organizational learning.

Question 5

Which of the following is not one of the leading factors for TQ-oriented change?&#10;A) Customer satisfaction&#10;B) Productivity&#10;C) Work-life balance&#10;D) Job satisfaction

Accepted Answer

Work-life balance, while important for overall employee well-being and organizational health, is not typically listed as one of the leading factors specifically for Total Quality (TQ)-oriented change. TQ focuses more on customer satisfaction, productivity, and job satisfaction as key drivers.

Question 6

Describe the ecological perspective on change.

Accepted Answer

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Deck 11: Performance Excellence and Organizational Change