Question 1

Stan Butler is what some people call a "corporate doctor. He is often hired to take a failing company, revitalize it, and return it to profitability. There are two things that are distinctive about Mr. Butler's leadership style. First, he refuses to accept the status quo. Instead, he openly challenges standard operating procedures and will change them if necessary. Second, he institutes change by replacing old technical and political networks with new ones. Mr. Butler is an example of a/an __________ leader.
A) situational
B) transactional
C) organic
D) transformational
E) variable

Accepted Answer

Stan Butler exemplifies a transformational leader because he revitalizes companies by challenging the status quo and instituting significant changes, including altering technical and political networks.

Question 2

__________ leadership increases follower motivation by activating the higher needs of followers, appealing to their moral ideas, and empowering them.
A) Situational
B) Referent
C) Transformational
D) Legitimate Power Leadership
E) Organic

Accepted Answer

Transformational leadership is known for increasing follower motivation by appealing to higher ideals and values, empowering followers, and encouraging them to transcend their own self-interests for the sake of the group or organization, thereby activating their higher-order needs.

Question 3

A leader is able to define and articulate a vision for the organization, and the followers accept the leader's credibility. This is evidence of which of the following?
A) situational leadership
B) referent leadership
C) transformational leadership
D) transactional leadership
E) organic leadership

Accepted Answer

Transformational leadership involves leaders who inspire followers to exceed their own self-interests for the good of the organization and can create a vision that motivates the followers. This style is characterized by the ability of the leader to articulate a vision and the followers' acceptance of the leader's credibility and vision.

Question 4

Which type of leadership activates higher-order needs such as creative expression and self-actualization?
A) situational
B) referent
C) transformational
D) transactional
E) organic

Accepted Answer

Transformational leadership focuses on inspiring and motivating followers to achieve their full potential and self-actualization, often by encouraging creativity and innovation.

Question 5

Based upon the __________ dimension of transformational leadership, the specific behavior of the leader is that of a mentor who is attentive to the achievement and growth needs of his/her subordinates.
A) intellectual stimulation
B) individualized consideration
C) empowerment
D) inspirational motivation
E) idealized influence

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is "individualized consideration," which refers to leaders who act as mentors by paying special attention to each individual's needs for achievement and growth, thereby fostering an environment where personal development is encouraged and supported.

Question 6

Based upon the __________ dimension of transformational leadership, the leader promotes innovation and creativity and reframes problems.
A) intellectual stimulation
B) individualized consideration
C) empowerment
D) inspirational motivation
E) idealized influence

Accepted Answer

Intellectual stimulation is the dimension of transformational leadership where the leader encourages followers to be innovative and creative, and to approach problems in new ways. This involves challenging assumptions, reframing problems, and exploring new solutions.

Question 7

Based upon the __________ dimension of transformational leadership, the leader provides meaning and challenge through prosocial and collective actions.
A) intellectual stimulation
B) individualized consideration
C) empowerment
D) inspirational motivation
E) idealized influence

Accepted Answer

Inspirational motivation is the dimension of transformational leadership where the leader inspires and motivates followers by providing meaning and challenge to their work, often through a vision that encourages them to exceed their own interests for the sake of the collective or greater good.

Question 8

Based upon the __________ dimension of transformational leadership, leaders share risks, are considerate of others needs over their own, and is both ethical and moral.
A) intellectual stimulation
B) individualized consideration
C) empowerment
D) inspirational motivation
E) idealized influence

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is E) idealized influence. This dimension of transformational leadership involves leaders acting as role models, demonstrating high ethical standards, and putting others' needs above their own, which encourages followers to emulate these behaviors and values.

Question 9

After serving as a middle school principal for years, Etta Liccardi was seen by many as both ethical and moral in her leadership. She often considered the needs of her students and faculty over her own self-interests. Etta would score high on which of the following transformational leadership dimensions?
A) intellectual stimulation
B) individualized consideration
C) empowerment
D) inspirational motivation
E) idealized influence

Accepted Answer

Etta would score high on idealized influence, as this dimension involves being seen as ethical and moral, and putting the needs of others above self-interest, which aligns with her leadership style.

Question 10

When a leader employs the __________ dimension of transformational leadership, followers are often motivated and feel valued.
A) intellectual stimulation
B) individualized consideration
C) empowerment
D) inspirational motivation
E) idealized influence

Accepted Answer

Individualized consideration involves recognizing and addressing the unique needs and potentials of followers, making them feel valued and motivated.

Question 11

When a leader employs the __________ dimension of transformational leadership, followers are encouraged to be novel and attempt new approaches.
A) intellectual stimulation
B) individualized consideration
C) empowerment
D) inspirational motivation
E) idealized influence

Accepted Answer

The intellectual stimulation dimension of transformational leadership encourages followers to be innovative and creative, urging them to challenge their own beliefs and values as well as those of the leader and the organization. This approach fosters an environment where followers are motivated to explore new ways of doing things and solve problems creatively.

Question 12

When a leader employs the __________ dimension of transformational leadership, followers are often enthusiastic, optimistic, and filled with team spirit.
A) intellectual stimulation
B) individualized consideration
C) empowerment
D) inspirational motivation
E) idealized influence

Accepted Answer

The answer of When a leader employs the __________ dimension...

Question 13

Alabama coach Bear Bryant's players admired, respected, and trusted their leader. If Bear Bryant had employed transformational leadership, which one of the following dimensions could we say he particularly displayed through his behaviors?
A) intellectual stimulation
B) individualized consideration
C) empowerment
D) inspirational motivation
E) idealized influence

Accepted Answer

Bear Bryant's ability to inspire admiration, respect, and trust among his players is indicative of idealized influence, a key component of transformational leadership. This dimension involves leaders acting as role models and earning the admiration of their followers, which aligns with how Bryant's players viewed him.

Question 14

As the founder of a web start-up company, Pam Brar encouraged her employees to be novel and try new approaches in their work. Which dimension of transformational leadership behavior would is Pam displaying?
A) intellectual stimulation
B) individualized consideration
C) empowerment
D) inspirational motivation
E) idealized influence

Accepted Answer

The answer of As the founder of a web start-up...

Question 15

The two major components of emotional intelligence.
A) The ability to understand emotions, and the ability to use emotions.
B) Personal competence and social competence
C) Emotions and intelligence.
D) The ability to understand others' emotions, and the ability to control one's own emotions.
E) Self awareness and empathy.

Accepted Answer

Emotional intelligence is broadly categorized into two major components: personal competence, which involves self-awareness and self-management, and social competence, which involves social awareness and relationship management. These components encompass the skills necessary to perceive, understand, and manage emotions in oneself and in others.

Question 16

Which of the following is true?
A) Research revealed that emotional intelligence was almost as important as cognitive skills (IQ) but more important than technical skills in differentiating high performance.
B) Research revealed that emotional intelligence, cognitive skills (IQ), and technical skills were equally important in differentiating high performance.
C) Research revealed that emotional intelligence was slightly more important than cognitive skills (IQ) but nearly twice as important as technical skills in differentiating high performance.
D) Research revealed that emotional intelligence was slightly more important than cognitive skills (IQ) but not as important in differentiating high performance.
E) Research revealed that emotional intelligence was twice as important as cognitive (IQ) or technical skills in differentiating high performance.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that emotional intelligence is twice as important as cognitive (IQ) or technical skills in differentiating high performance.

Question 17

A recent study of Fortune 500 companies found that sales people with high EQ (emotional quotients, which are the measure of emotional intelligence) produced __________ the revenue produced by so-called "average" performers.
A) the same amount of
B) one-and-a-half times
C) two times
D) three times
E) four times

Accepted Answer

Salespeople with high EQ produced two times the revenue compared to average performers, as indicated by the study.

Question 18

The capacity to effectively manage ourselves and our relationships is known as
A) emotional intelligence.
B) transformational leadership.
C) referent power.
D) empowerment.
E) coercive power.

Accepted Answer

Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand, use, and manage our own emotions in positive ways to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges, and defuse conflict. It plays a crucial role in managing ourselves and our relationships.

Question 19

Which of the following statements regarding the differences between men and women as leaders is not true?
A) Women are better at expressing their feelings.
B) Women have an easier time switching from the verbal left brain to the emotional right brain than men do.
C) Women score higher on IQ tests than men do.
D) Men show pain and stress by externalizing them.
E) Women show pain and stress by internalizing them.

Accepted Answer

Women scoring higher on IQ tests than men is not a universally supported claim. IQ scores are influenced by various factors and do not show a consistent gender difference in favor of women.

Question 20

Which of the following was NOT found to be true in a recent study?
A) Female leaders are more empathetic than male leaders.
B) Female leaders are more thorough than male leaders.
C) Female leaders are more persuasive than male leaders.
D) Female leaders are better listeners than male leaders.
E) Female leaders are more willing to consider others' points of view than male leaders.

Accepted Answer

Recent studies have not conclusively found that female leaders are more thorough than male leaders. The other options (A, C, D, E) reflect common findings in research on gender differences in leadership styles, emphasizing empathy, persuasion, listening skills, and openness to others' perspectives as strengths often attributed to female leaders.

Quiz 12: Leading in a Dynamic Environment

__________ leadership increases follower motivation by activating the higher needs of followers, appealing to their moral ideas, and empowering them.

A leader is able to define and articulate a vision for the organization, and the followers accept the leader's credibility. This is evidence of which of the following?

Which type of leadership activates higher-order needs such as creative expression and self-actualization?

Based upon the __________ dimension of transformational leadership, the specific behavior of the leader is that of a mentor who is attentive to the achievement and growth needs of his/her subordinates.

Based upon the __________ dimension of transformational leadership, the leader promotes innovation and creativity and reframes problems.

Based upon the __________ dimension of transformational leadership, the leader provides meaning and challenge through prosocial and collective actions.

Based upon the __________ dimension of transformational leadership, leaders share risks, are considerate of others needs over their own, and is both ethical and moral.

When a leader employs the __________ dimension of transformational leadership, followers are often motivated and feel valued.

When a leader employs the __________ dimension of transformational leadership, followers are encouraged to be novel and attempt new approaches.

When a leader employs the __________ dimension of transformational leadership, followers are often enthusiastic, optimistic, and filled with team spirit.

Alabama coach Bear Bryant's players admired, respected, and trusted their leader. If Bear Bryant had employed transformational leadership, which one of the following dimensions could we say he particularly displayed through his behaviors?

As the founder of a web start-up company, Pam Brar encouraged her employees to be novel and try new approaches in their work. Which dimension of transformational leadership behavior would is Pam displaying?

The two major components of emotional intelligence.

Which of the following is true?

A recent study of Fortune 500 companies found that sales people with high EQ (emotional quotients, which are the measure of emotional intelligence) produced __________ the revenue produced by so-called "average" performers.

The capacity to effectively manage ourselves and our relationships is known as

Which of the following statements regarding the differences between men and women as leaders is not true?

Which of the following was NOT found to be true in a recent study?