Question 1

Which of the following is of virtuous leadership?

Accepted Answer

Virtuous leaders promote trust by demonstrating honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior. This helps to create a positive culture of trust and respect within the organization.

Answer: B 
 Virtuous leadership promotes a positive organizational climate by fostering a culture of ethical behavior, trust, and respect. This can lead to increased employee engagement, productivity, and retention.

Answer: C 
 Virtuous leaders are not focused on self-interest, but rather on the common good of the organization and its stakeholders.

Answer: D 
 Virtuous leaders are forgiving and compassionate, as they understand that everyone makes mistakes and are willing to support and encourage their team members to improve.

Answer: E 
 Virtuous leaders target the entire organization, not just a small group of people. They focus on creating a positive culture and environment for everyone, and not just a select few.

Question 2

Katie attended a party at her mother's office.She really didn't want to go and was not in a good mood.Her mother introduced Katie to her new assistant,Matthew.When Matthew said,"Hello," Katie repsonded,"Hi,Michael." Katie is acting in a(n) _____ manner.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Katie attended a party at her mother's...

Question 3

Mary is happy to work in a company that fosters great relationships.In particular,Mary is impressed with the level of communication on the group and team level as well as throughout the organization.Overall,her company offers a(n)

Accepted Answer

The description of the company as one that fosters great relationships, offers a high level of communication, and impresses Mary suggests that the organization has a positive climate.

Question 4

A state of _____ exists when employees are physically,cognitively,and emotionally engaged in an activity or project.

Accepted Answer

The state described is known as 'flow', a term coined by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi to refer to a mental state of complete immersion and focus in an activity. In this state, individuals often lose track of time and experience deep enjoyment and fulfillment in their work.

Question 5

Macallan Financial investment makes decisions based on financial research,interviewing managers and employees at companies under consideration,and assessing the _____ by examining annual rankings contained in independent sources such as and .These rankings measure communication,work-life balance,training and development,recognition for hard work and teamwork.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Macallan Financial investment makes decisions based on...

Question 6

According to Barbara Fredrickson's theory,positive emotions

Accepted Answer

According to Barbara Fredrickson's theory, positive emotions broaden our perspective and build on themselves. This means that experiencing positive emotions can lead to more positive emotions and a more positive outlook on life. Positive emotions can be experienced in any environment, not just in a cooperative work environment or through enforced self-interest. While social capital can contribute to positive emotions, it is not a requirement for experiencing them. Therefore, the most accurate statement is that positive emotions build on themselves and broaden one's perspective.

Question 7

Steve has been doing his own taxes for years and recently ran into a problem.He has asked his friend Joanne,an accountant,to go through the financial details with him.Steve needs

Accepted Answer

The answer of Steve has been doing his own taxes...

Question 8

When we get wrapped up in our own problems,we forget to take care of others.Several years ago,a movement called "Random Acts of Kindness" started.What does this reflect?

Accepted Answer

The movement "Random Acts of Kindness" reflects upward spirals of positivity, where one act of kindness can lead to another and create a chain reaction of positivity.

Question 9

Amanda is preparing for Jerome's annual review.He is a solid employee-with strong analytical,computer and critical thinking skills.Jerome needs to work on his timeliness and communication skills.Amanda only discusses Jerome's shortcomings during the review,making this a(n)______ experience.

Accepted Answer

Amanda only focused on Jerome's shortcomings during the review, which makes it a negative experience. By not discussing his strengths and accomplishments, she missed the opportunity to build on them and provide motivation for him to improve his timeliness and communication skills.

Question 10

Wendy is running the weekly staff meeting at Janus Services.Brad,a coworker,is unprepared for the meeting and doesn't have the correct information for his department.He is increasingly rude and impatient,annoying the other staff members.Brad is exhibiting a lack of

Accepted Answer

Brad is exhibiting a lack of temperance, which refers to self-control and moderation. His rudeness and impatience indicate a failure to manage his emotions and behavior appropriately in a professional setting.

Question 11

Which of the following is not a benefit of positive emotions?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is not a...

Question 12

Your top signature strengths are curiosity,love of learning,and social intelligence.Which of the following careers would probably not be a good match for you?

Accepted Answer

The strengths of curiosity, love of learning, and social intelligence are not typically emphasized in the field of accounting, which is often focused on numbers and data analysis.

Question 13

Rinaldo is working on a financial analysis of a potential acquisition.It has taken three days of concentrated effort.Jeff stops by to ask for advice.Rinaldo says he can't break his concentration just then.Rinaldo is

Accepted Answer

Rinaldo's inability to break his concentration suggests that he is in a state of intense focus and productivity, which is commonly referred to as being "in the zone."

Question 14

___________ is defined as belonging to and serving something that you believe is bigger than yourself.

Accepted Answer

Belonging to and serving something bigger than oneself is one of the dimensions of meaningfulness, which refers to the sense that one's life has significance and purpose. Virtuousness relates to moral excellence, positive emotion to emotional well-being, social support to the presence of close relationships and social connections, and achievement to the attainment of goals or objectives, and these concepts do not necessarily relate to the idea of serving something larger than oneself.

Question 15

_____ creates positivity from situation factors.

Accepted Answer

Organization climate creates positivity from situation factors by fostering a supportive and positive work environment that influences employees' attitudes and behaviors.

Question 16

Whalin Seafood Co.made a corporate commitment to sustainability,modifying the ways in which they purchase products.Two years ago,Whalin made a corporate commitment to local sourcing and saw their profits increase.This is an example of

Accepted Answer

Whalin Seafood Co.'s commitment to sustainability and local sourcing demonstrates their focus on doing well (increasing profits) while also doing good (supporting sustainability and local communities).

Question 17

Louis is a member of the marketing team on the Superb Mattress account.Recently,he has emerged as a team leader.His supervisor,Michele,is letting Louis make the final decision as to which campaigns are presented to the client.This provides Louis with

Accepted Answer

Louis is being given decision-making discretion, as he is able to make the final decision on which campaigns are presented to the client. This allows him to use his judgement and expertise to choose the best options for the client, and gives him a sense of autonomy and control in his role as a team leader.

Question 18

To have hope you need to have a goal and the determination to achieve it.This is called

Accepted Answer

Willpower refers to the ability to control one's thoughts, emotions, and behavior in pursuit of a goal. It is an essential component of hope because it allows individuals to stay focused and committed to achieving their objectives. Resilience, efficacy, waypower, and optimism are also important factors that contribute to hope, but willpower is the most crucial of all.

Question 19

Strategies to increase positive experiences include all of the following except

Accepted Answer

Accepting negative thoughts is not a strategy to increase positive experiences. Instead, it may involve techniques to challenge and replace negative thoughts with more positive and realistic ones. The other options listed are all strategies that can promote positive experiences.

Question 20

Some companies now allow employees to use noise-canceling headphones at work,thinking that it prevents distractions.Others companies disagree,noting that concentration goes down.These companies want to encourage

Accepted Answer

The best choice for encouraging focus while minimizing distractions would be promoting mindfulness. Using noise-canceling headphones can be a helpful tool in this regard, but it is also important to cultivate a mindset that prioritizes clarity and concentration in the workplace. Mindfulness practices, such as meditation or deep breathing exercises, can help employees feel more grounded and present in the moment, leading to greater productivity and engagement.

Quiz 7: Positive Organizational Behavior