Deck 2: The Nature of Managerial Work

Question 1

Which of the following was not mentioned as a reason for changes in managerial work?

A)human nature
B)globalization
C)cultural diversity of employees
D)communication technology

Answer 1

A

Question 2

Which of the following is not one of the recommended guidelines for time management by leaders?

A)Analyze how you have been using your time
B)Determine the important objectives to be accomplished
C)Use multi-tasking to conduct important activities
D)Plan daily and weekly activities in advance

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Planning in organizations is usually:

A)formal and detailed
B)formal and flexible
C)informal and detailed
D)informal and flexible

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Which was not found in most descriptive research on managerial activities?

A)the content of managerial work is varied and fragmented
B)the pace of managerial work is hectic and unrelenting
C)much time is spent on reflective activities such as planning
D)many interactions involve peers or outsiders

Question 5

Which was not found by most descriptive research on decision processes in organizations?

A)most major decisions are made in an orderly, rational manner
B)decision processes are prolonged for important decisions
C)decision processes are often affected by organizational politics
D)major decisions may involve a series of small, incremental choices

Question 6

In comparison to low-level managers,most top executives:

A)are more focused on solving immediate problems
B)are more autocratic in their decision making
C)have a stronger concern about efficiency
D)have a longer time perspective

Question 7

Managers in large units are most likely to:

A)use less delegation
B)use group decision making more often
C)spend more time planning and coordinating
D)provide more coaching

Question 8

In a crisis situation,effective leaders are likely to:

A)consult with subordinates
B)reduce their exposure
C)act more considerate
D)act more decisive

Question 9

To improve problem solving,it was recommended that managers should:

A)concentrate on solving the easy problems first
B)concentrate on solving the most difficult problems first
C)deal with a problem as soon as it is discovered
D)look for ways to solve related problems at the same time

Question 10

Which of the following was not a recommendation for managers with regard to role expectations?

A)understand the role expectations others have for them
B)influence the role expectations others have for them
C)disregard inconsistent role expectations others have for them
D)reconcile inconsistent role expectations others have for them

Question 11

Which type of managerial role usually requires the most time and attention?

A)entrepreneur
B)spokesperson
C)disturbance handler
D)negotiator

Question 12

Which of the following was not a recommendation for effective time management?

A)determine how much time is spent on different activities
B)eliminate activities that require a lot of time
C)plan daily and weekly activities
D)avoid procrastination

Question 13

According to Stewart,which of the following statements is not correct?

A)demands and constraints are essentially the same for most managerial jobs
B)managerial behavior is strongly influenced by demands and constraints
C)role conflicts are caused by incompatible demands from different people
D)demands and constraints depend in part on a manager's perceptions

Question 14

The descriptive research found that a network of contacts and cooperative relationships is especially important to:

A)motivate subordinates
B)implement change
C)improve time management
D)identify quality problems in the work

Question 15

The primary management function in the initial stage of the organizational life cycle is:

A)coordinating work activities
B)obtaining resources
C)increasing member motivation
D)improving efficiency

Question 16

The descriptive research shows that effective managers are likely to:

A)carefully study each possible option before acting
B)experiment with innovative ideas and approaches
C)get authorization from the boss before taking any action
D)get all the concerned parties to agree before taking action