Question 1

Elizabeth seems to have an usual amount of influence over the people that she supervises.She is capable of transforming her subordinates aspirations and values.Her subordinates are always highly motivated to "go the extra mile" to reach whatever vision she has asked them to achieve.Psychologists might argue that Elizabeth demonstrates

Accepted Answer

Elizabeth's ability to inspire and motivate her subordinates suggests that she possesses charisma. Charismatic leaders are able to influence and inspire their followers, often leading to high levels of motivation and performance.

Question 2

Jim is employed at New Millennium Enterprises.He and his team are given highly structured tasks and supervised with a very directive style.They are never asked to offer input into departmental decisions.Sally,on the other hand is always treated with consideration and is consulted about many of the important decisions that effect the department.Leader exchange theory would argue that Jim is a member of the ___________ and Sally a member of the __________.

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According to leader exchange theory, there are two groups within a team - the "ingroup" who receive special attention, are trusted, given more responsibilities and opportunities for growth, and are consulted in decision making, and the "outgroup" who receive standard directives, have limited opportunities for growth, and are not given input into decision making. Jim, who is given highly structured tasks and supervised with a directive style, belongs to the "outgroup" while Sally, who is treated with consideration and consulted in decision making, belongs to the "ingroup". Thus, the best choice is D - Jim is a member of the outgroup and Sally is a member of the cadre.

Question 3

The glass ceiling refers to

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The glass ceiling refers to the invisible barriers and obstacles that prevent women and minorities from advancing beyond a certain level of management, typically middle management or lower executive positions, despite having the qualifications and experience to do so. It is not a mythical belief or a symbolic level of performance, nor is it limited to the beliefs of "old school" executives.

Question 4

Carol is an office manager for a branch of New Millennium Enterprises.She is considering changing to a new e-mail system.Before she decides what to do she asks a series of seven questions about the situation and follows decision trees in answering the questions to determine the best leadership approach.What theory (model)of leadership has she used?

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Carol has used the Vroom-Yetton model of leadership, which is a decision-making model that helps leaders determine the best leadership approach depending on the situation. The model asks a series of seven questions, and based on the answers, suggests one of five leadership styles: autocratic, consultative, facilitative, democratic, or laissez-faire. Therefore, the best choice is C, Vroom-Yetton model.

Question 5

Amy is an upper level manager at New Millennium Enterprises and she often encourages her employees to challenge themselves and "think outside the box." Which of the following characteristics is Amy demonstrating?

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Amy is demonstrating intellectual stimulation, as she is encouraging her employees to challenge themselves and think creatively. Inspirational motivation would involve inspiring and motivating employees towards a common goal, while individualized consideration would involve recognizing and accommodating individual needs and preferences.

Question 6

The characteristics of which leadership theory have been translated into a series of yes/no questions designed to indicate the best practice for managers?

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The Vroom-Yetton Model is the theory that has been translated into a series of yes/no questions known as the "decision tree" approach. This approach is designed to help managers choose the best decision-making style for a given situation.

Question 7

According to leader-member exchange theory,certain subordinates will be supervised with a directive style,and will not be expected to do more than their jobs.These subordinates are called the

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According to leader-member exchange theory, subordinates who are supervised with a directive style and are not expected to do more than their jobs are referred to as "hired hands." This term reflects their perceived role as merely fulfilling their assigned tasks without additional responsibilities or privileges.

Question 8

Women hold approximately________ of all management jobs in the United States

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As of my last update in 2023, women hold approximately 46% of all management positions in the United States, reflecting a significant but not yet equal representation in management roles compared to men.

Question 9

Research stimulated by leader-member exchange theory has found that members of the cadre,in comparison to the hired hands,

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Research stimulated by leader-member exchange theory has found that members of the cadre, who have closer relationships with their leaders and receive more benefits, are more satisfied with their jobs, less likely to quit, and tend to perform better than hired hands who have less of a relationship with their leaders and fewer benefits. Therefore, the correct answer is D.

Question 10

Which of the following statements about gender differences in leadership is NOT correct?

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Question 11

Transformational leadership theory is similar to

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Question 12

Which of the following statements about cross-cultural leadership issues is TRUE?

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Question 13

Which theory gives supervisors advice about which approach to take when a decision must be made?

Accepted Answer

The Vroom-Yetton model provides supervisors with a decision-making process that guides them on which approach to take depending on the situation at hand. The model consists of seven decision-making styles or strategies, and the supervisor selects the most appropriate one based on the problem's nature and specific contextual factors. The model, therefore, offers supervisors an empirical and systematic approach to manage decision-making processes effectively.

Question 14

Which trait is universally considered to be a positive leader characteristic?

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Intelligence is universally considered to be a positive leader characteristic as it enables leaders to make informed decisions, solve complex problems, and effectively communicate with their team. Being individualistic or willing to take risks may not always be desirable traits, as they may lead to poor decision-making or jeopardize the safety of the team.

Question 15

According to LMX theory,good supervisory relations are NOT associated with

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Question 16

Which of the following statements about transformational leadership is TRUE?

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Managers can be trained to exhibit transformational leadership. While some may have innate qualities that lend themselves to transformational leadership, such as charisma or communication skills, the theory emphasizes that leaders can learn and develop these skills through training and practice. Additionally, research shows that the followers of transformational leaders not only report higher job satisfaction but also higher levels of performance, contradicting Choice B. Lastly, while there may be some emphasis on matching leader and follower characteristics, the theory focuses more on how leaders can inspire and motivate followers to reach their full potential.

Question 17

Research into gender differences in leadership style has shown that

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Question 18

Jason is an upper level manager at New Millennium Enterprises and he is concerned about his employees and interested in helping them develop.Which of the following characteristics is Amy demonstrating?

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Jason is demonstrating individualized consideration by showing concern for his employees' development and well-being. Inspirational motivation involves inspiring and motivating others towards a common goal, intellectual stimulation involves encouraging creativity and innovation, and idealized influence involves having a positive role model and instilling trust and respect in others.

Question 19

Which of the following approaches to decision making is NOT included in the Vroom-Yetton model?

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The Vroom-Yetton model includes five decision-making approaches categorized into two groups: autocratic (A1, A2, A3) and consultative (C1, C2). Option C, where you let an individual subordinate make the decision, is not included in either category.

Question 20

Which leadership theory emphasizes the ability of certain leaders to inspire their subordinates to make extraordinary efforts?

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Transformational leadership theory emphasizes the ability of certain leaders to inspire and motivate their subordinates to make extraordinary efforts towards achieving a common goal. These leaders use their charisma and vision to influence their followers to reach their full potential and beyond.

Quiz 13: Leadership and Power in Organizations