Question 1

A person with a Type A personality:

Accepted Answer

Type A personalities are known for their extreme achievement-oriented and perfectionistic nature. They tend to be competitive, driven, and time-conscious, and often set high goals for themselves. Taking breaks during work or being patient is not typically associated with Type A personalities. Interrupting others may be a behavior displayed by some individuals with Type A personalities, but it is not a defining characteristic. The choice of doing one task at a time is not specifically linked to Type A personality but may be a personal preference.

Question 2

Louis is an executive analyst in the merchandising department of Kira Inc.He loves to get feedback for his work as he believes that it helps improve his performance.He is a fast learner and has the ability to modify his behavior in response to the immediate situation and to external factors.This implies that Louis _____.

Accepted Answer

Louis' ability to modify his behavior in response to the immediate situation and to external factors indicates that he is high in self-monitoring. This trait is often associated with individuals who are able to adapt to various social situations and adjust their behavior accordingly. It is not indicative of an introverted personality, a high Mach personality, or authoritarianism.

Question 3

Colin received negative feedback for his recent project.He has decided to concentrate and put in more effort in order to improve his work.This is an example of the _____ component of attitude.

Accepted Answer

The behavioral component of attitude refers to the actions and behaviors that individuals exhibit in response to their attitudes. In this case, Colin's decision to concentrate and put more effort into his work after receiving negative feedback is an example of the behavioral component of attitude.

Question 4

The _____ component of an attitude reflects an intention to act in a manner that is consistent with a belief and feeling.

Accepted Answer

The intentional component of an attitude refers to the individual's intention to act in a way that is consistent with their beliefs and feelings. This means that they have a behavioral inclination or predisposition towards certain actions based on their attitudes.

Question 5

Salim is a general manager in an organization.He always works toward achieving all his goals and believes in perfection.He engages in many tasks at once and tends to hurry the speech of others.Which of the following individual personality variations does Salim possess?

Accepted Answer

Salim possesses the Type A orientation personality variation, which is characterized by being competitive, time-urgent, and impatient. This is indicated by his tendency to work towards achieving goals, believing in perfection, engaging in multiple tasks at once, and hurrying the speech of others.

Question 6

Which of the following is true about job satisfaction?

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

The _____ component of an attitude reflects a specific feeling.

Accepted Answer

The affective component of an attitude reflects a specific feeling or emotion. The cognitive component refers to beliefs and thoughts about a particular subject, while the behavioral component relates to actual behavior toward the subject. Intentional and opinion are not typically used to describe the components of an attitude.

Question 8

Which of the following would result in job satisfaction?

Accepted Answer

Opportunities for promotion can lead to career growth and a sense of accomplishment, which can result in job satisfaction. Job attendance, while important, does not necessarily translate to job satisfaction. Cognitive dissonance (the psychological discomfort experienced when holding inconsistent beliefs or values) and Machiavellianism (manipulating others for personal gain) are unlikely to lead to job satisfaction. Mood contagion (the spread of emotions from one person to another) can affect job satisfaction, but it is not a guarantee.

Question 9

Penelope is low in self-monitoring.Which of the following characteristics would be observed in Penelope?

Accepted Answer

People low in self-monitoring tend to behave consistently across different situations, therefore they are predictable. Learning skills, internal locus of control, willingness to change, and flexibility are not necessarily related to self-monitoring.

Question 10

Wendy was against the use of animals for testing cosmetics.She believed that it amounted to cruelty toward animals.She worked in a particular organization that was known for using alternative testing methods.When a special investigative team revealed that the firm actually used animals for testing purposes,she experienced a psychological discomfort.This discomfort that Wendy experienced is an example of _____.

Accepted Answer

Wendy's belief that using animals for testing is cruel conflicts with the fact that the organization she works for actually uses animals for testing. This creates a state of cognitive dissonance, which is the psychological discomfort that arises from holding two or more conflicting beliefs or values.

Question 11

Which of the following components of individual attitudes reflects a belief or an opinion?

Accepted Answer

The cognitive component reflects an individual's beliefs or opinions about a particular topic or object. Affective components refer to emotions associated with the attitude, normative components relate to social pressures or expectations, emotional components are the specific emotional responses to the attitude object, and behavioral components refer to the actual actions taken based on the attitude.

Question 12

Gabriel is an advertising professional who loves his job.This is an example of the _____ component of Gabriel's attitude.

Accepted Answer

The affective component of attitude refers to an individual's emotional feelings towards an object, person, or situation. Gabriel loving his job is an expression of a positive emotional reaction towards his job, which is an example of the affective component of his attitude.

Question 13

Roger works at Tracer Consulting Ltd.He receives task-related support from his managers and has friendly and trustworthy colleagues.His job is stress-free and secure.These working conditions help in increasing Roger's _____.

Accepted Answer

Roger's job satisfaction is increased due to the supportive and secure working conditions provided by his managers and colleagues.

Question 14

Nathan joined a law school in California because he believed that the school was good.This is an example of the _____ component of individual attitudes.

Accepted Answer

The cognitive component of attitudes relates to a person's beliefs about the attitude object, in this case Nathan's belief that the law school is good. The affective component refers to the emotional aspect of an attitude, the normative component relates to social norms and expectations, and the behavioral component relates to a person's actions or intentions related to the attitude object.

Question 15

The degree to which someone is able to adjust behavior in response to external factors is referred to as _____.

Accepted Answer

Self-monitoring refers to an individual's ability to adjust their behavior in response to external factors such as social cues or situational demands. This trait is characterized by adaptability and flexibility in social situations. Authoritarianism is a personality trait characterized by a preference for obedience to authority, whereas locus of control refers to a belief about the extent to which individuals control their own outcomes. Extraversion refers to a personality trait characterized by outgoing and sociable behavior, while Machiavellianism refers to a tendency to manipulate and deceive others for personal gain.

Question 16

Sophie is a Type A personality.Which of the following patterns of behavior would be observed in Sophie?

Accepted Answer

Type A personalities are characterized by strong competitiveness, impatience, and a sense of urgency. They tend to multitask and strive for efficiency in everything they do. Therefore, multi-tasking is the most likely behavior observed in Sophie.

Question 17

Which of the following refers to cognitive dissonance?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive dissonance refers to the discomfort or psychological tension that arises when there is a discrepancy between an individual's attitudes or beliefs and their actions or behavior. This discomfort can lead to an attempt to resolve the dissonance by either changing the behavior or belief, or by justifying the discrepancy. Therefore, option E is the correct choice as it specifically mentions cognitive dissonance.

Question 18

A strong positive feeling about one's job and employer is referred to as _____.

Accepted Answer

Employee engagement refers to the level of commitment and motivation an employee has towards their job and organization, which includes a positive feeling towards one's job and employer. Mood contagion is the spread of emotions from one person to another. Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognize and manage one's own emotions and understand the emotions of others. Cognitive dissonance is the psychological discomfort that arises from holding conflicting beliefs or values. Machiavellianism is a personality trait characterized by manipulativeness, cynicism, and a lack of concern for others' well-being.

Question 19

Nadya feels that her job is challenging as she has many important responsibilities.She believes that she has been growing along with her organization and that she has been able to learn many new skills.She is happy that she receives fair pay and promotions on time.Which of the following is Nadya experiencing?

Accepted Answer

Nadya is experiencing job satisfaction as she feels challenged, has important responsibilities, has been able to learn new skills, and is happy with her pay and promotions.

Question 20

Which of the following is true of self-monitoring?

Accepted Answer

A person high in self-monitoring is often more adaptable and observant of social cues, making them more likely to learn and adjust their behavior in different situations.

Quiz 15: Individual Behavior