Question 1

Which of the following describes the most important reason why American expatriates fail?

Accepted Answer

The inability of a spouse to adjust is often cited as the most important reason why American expatriates fail in their assignments abroad. This factor can significantly impact the expatriate's performance and overall well-being, leading to premature return or failure in the assignment.

Question 2

Which of the following was not identified by R.L.Tung as a reason for expatriate failure among U.S.expatriate managers?

Accepted Answer

Poor pay was not identified by R.L.Tung as a reason for expatriate failure among U.S. expatriate managers.

Question 3

If you were transferred abroad and didn't like interacting those in the host country and didn't know the local language,this might mean that you lacked attributes of Mendenhall and Oddou's _______________ dimension.

Accepted Answer

The others-orientation dimension refers to an individual's ability to understand and adapt to the values, beliefs, and behaviors of people from the host country. Lacking this attribute may result in difficulty interacting with locals and understanding their customs and norms.

Question 4

What four dimensions seem to predict success in expatriate selection were identified by Mendenhall and Oddou?

Accepted Answer

Mendenhall and Oddou identified four dimensions that seem to predict success in expatriate selection: self-orientation, others-orientation, perceptual ability, and cultural toughness. These dimensions refer to an expatriate's ability and willingness to adapt to a new cultural environment, communicate effectively with individuals from that culture, and navigate cultural differences without becoming overly stressed or frustrated.

Question 5

Only _____________ of the firms in the study conducted by R.L.Tung used formal procedures and psychological tests to assess the personality traits and relational abilities of potential expatriates.

Accepted Answer

R.L. Tung's study found that only 5 percent of the firms used formal procedures and psychological tests to assess the personality traits and relational abilities of potential expatriates.

Question 6

According to Mendenhall and Oddou,the attribute of _____________ strengthens an expatriate's self-esteem,self-confidence,and mental well-being.

Accepted Answer

Self-orientation, which includes attributes like self-esteem, self-confidence, and mental well-being, is crucial for expatriates to adapt and succeed in foreign assignments according to Mendenhall and Oddou.

Question 7

According to Mendenhall and Oddou,the attribute of _____________ provides an expatriate the ability to understand why people of other countries behave the way they do,that is,the ability to empathize with them.

Accepted Answer

Perceptual ability is the attribute that enables an expatriate to understand and empathize with the behaviors and attitudes of people from other cultures, according to Mendenhall and Oddou.

Question 8

The ability of a female western manager to adapt to a culture that is extremely male dominated is an example of what?

Accepted Answer

The ability of a female western manager to adapt to a culture that is extremely male dominated demonstrates cultural toughness, which refers to the ability to adapt and thrive in a culture that is significantly different from one's own.

Question 9

According to Mendenhall and Oddou,expatriate managers who lack _____________ tend to treat foreign nationals as if they were home country nationals.

Accepted Answer

Perceptual ability is crucial for expatriate managers to recognize and appreciate the differences between cultures. Without it, they may fail to adapt their management style and expectations, leading to treating foreign nationals as if they were from the manager's own country.

Question 10

According to the results of a study by R.L.Tung,what indicated that the most consistent reason cited by European expatriates for expatriate failure among their group?

Accepted Answer

The most consistent reason cited by European expatriates for expatriate failure among their group, according to a study by R.L. Tung, was the inability of the manager's spouse to adjust to a new environment. This factor significantly impacts the overall adjustment and success of expatriates in their assignments abroad.

Question 11

A recent study by International Orientation Resources,an HRM consulting firm,found that ______________ of expatriate failures occur because of three reasons.

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is 60 percent. This statistic is often cited in discussions about the challenges of expatriate assignments, highlighting that a significant portion of failures can be attributed to a few key reasons.

Question 12

Recent research suggests that a main reason managers now turn down international assignments is concern over what?

Accepted Answer

Recent research suggests that managers are turning down international assignments due to concerns over the impact it may have on their spouse's career. This shows that the career development of their spouse is a significant factor in their decision-making process.

Question 13

A person who is an expatriate with good mental well being,high self-esteem,and high self-confidence is successful in what dimension?

Accepted Answer

The person with good mental well-being, high self-esteem, and high self-confidence is successful in the self-orientation dimension. This dimension refers to the ability of expatriates to maintain a positive self-image and self-worth in the face of challenges and stressors associated with living and working in a foreign country. Expatriates who are successful in this dimension tend to be more resilient, adaptable, and confident in their interactions with others and their ability to navigate new and unfamiliar situations.

Question 14

According to Mendenhall and Oddou,the attribute of _________________ enhances the expatriate's ability to interact effectively with host country nationals.

Accepted Answer

Others-orientation refers to an expatriate's ability to understand and appreciate the values and norms of the host culture. This attribute enables the expatriate to interact effectively with host country nationals by demonstrating respect for their culture and building positive relationships with them, which is essential for successful cross-cultural interactions.

Question 15

According to the results of a study of R.L.Tung,the number one reason that Japanese expatriate managers fail is:

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the results of a study...

Question 16

In a recent survey,almost ________________ of employees sent to developing nations return home early.

Accepted Answer

"Almost" implies a number close to but not exactly 100 percent. Therefore, the answer choice with the highest percentage, 70 percent, is the most likely option for "almost" all employees.

Question 17

Relationship development and willingness to communicate are the two factors that are particularly important in developing a health degree of what?

Accepted Answer

Relationship development and willingness to communicate are important factors in developing an others-orientation, or the ability to understand and empathize with other people's perspectives and experiences. This is especially important in healthcare, where providers need to be able to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds and understand their unique health needs and concerns. Cultural toughness, perceptual ability, self-orientation, and socialization are not directly related to these factors.

Question 18

According to Mendenhall and Oddou,what refers to the fact of how well an expatriate adjusts to a particular posting as it relates to the country of assignment?

Accepted Answer

Cultural toughness refers to how challenging a host country's culture is for an expatriate to adjust to, affecting the ease or difficulty of their adaptation to the new environment.

Question 19

What trend has contributed to spousal discontent in foreign postings?

Accepted Answer

The rise in two career families has led to spousal discontent in foreign postings as it becomes increasingly difficult for both partners to maintain their careers while relocating to a different country. This can lead to the trailing spouse feeling unfulfilled and frustrated with their lack of professional opportunities, which can contribute to overall dissatisfaction with the posting.

Question 20

All of the following were identified by R.L.Tung as a reason for expatriate failure among U.S.expatriate managers except __________________.

Accepted Answer

Poor working conditions overseas were not identified by R.L.Tung as a reason for expatriate failure among U.S. expatriate managers.

Quiz 16: Global Human Resource Management