Question 1

Which of the following terminal values are most common among executives?
A) equality, world peace, family security
B) self-respect, family security, freedom
C) mature love, inner harmony, freedom
D) wisdom, salvation, world beauty
E) forgiving, equality, happiness

Accepted Answer

The terminal values most commonly associated with executives are self-respect, family security, and freedom. These values are reflective of the desire for personal success and autonomy, as well as the need to protect and provide for one's family. Equality, world peace, mature love, inner harmony, wisdom, salvation, world beauty, forgiving, and happiness are all important values, but are not as commonly associated with executives.

Question 2

What cohort of workers in the U.S. is most likely to balk at having to work extensive overtime and weekends?
A) Veterans
B) Boomers
C) Nexters
D) Xers
E) Traditionalists

Accepted Answer

The answer of What cohort of workers in the U.S....

Question 3

Which of the following is not one of Hofstede's five dimensions of national culture?
A) power distance
B) flexibility versus rigidity
C) individualism versus collectivism
D) long-term versus short-term orientation
E) uncertainty avoidance

Accepted Answer

Flexibility versus rigidity is not one of Hofstede's five dimensions of national culture. The five dimensions are power distance, individualism versus collectivism, uncertainty avoidance, masculinity versus femininity, and long-term versus short-term orientation.

Question 4

More than other generations, ________ tend to be questioning, socially conscious, and entrepreneurial.
A) Boomers
B) Nexters
C) Traditionalists
D) Veterans
E) Xers

Accepted Answer

Nexters, also known as Generation Y or Millennials, are known for being questioning, socially conscious, and entrepreneurial compared to other generations.

Question 5

In the U.S., employees in what age group value wealth and strive to become rich?
A) 20s
B) 30s
C) 40s
D) 50s
E) 60s

Accepted Answer

Employees in their 20s often value wealth and strive to become rich as they are at the beginning of their careers and are motivated by financial success and stability.

Question 6

The "realistic" personality from Holland's typology of personality and congruent occupations would be well suited for which of the following jobs?
A) painter
B) accountant
C) mechanic
D) lawyer
E) biologist

Accepted Answer

The "realistic" personality type prefers hands-on, practical work and is often suited for jobs involving physical activity and problem-solving, such as a mechanic.

Question 7

Each of the six personality types developed in Holland's personality-job fit theory has a ________.
A) supplemental personality style
B) congruent personality style
C) congruent occupational environment
D) supplemental occupational environment
E) supplemental skill set

Accepted Answer

Holland's theory proposes that individuals will be most satisfied and successful in careers that align with their personality type. Each of the six personality types has a congruent occupational environment, which means that certain types of jobs are more compatible with particular personality types than others. Therefore, the best answer is C, as each personality type has a congruent occupational environment.

Question 8

What term is used for those who entered the U.S. work force from the mid-1960s through the mid-1980s?
A) Veterans
B) Boomers
C) Nexters
D) Xers
E) Traditionalists

Accepted Answer

The term "Boomers" refers to the Baby Boomer generation, which includes those who entered the workforce from the mid-1960s through the mid-1980s.

Question 9

Patrice has a small company that makes mustard. His local sales are low, and he wants to reach a wider, national clientele by getting on the Web, so he has placed an online ad for a Web designer and master. It is most likely that the majority of the job applicants will be from the ________ generation.
A) millenial
B) boomer
C) Xer
D) veteran
E) traditionalist

Accepted Answer

The millennial generation was born between 1981 and 1996, which means that most of them have grown up with computers and the internet. This suggests that they are more likely to have the skills and experience necessary to be a web designer and master, making them the most likely demographic to apply for this job. The other options (boomer, Xer, veteran, traditionalist) are less likely to have the same level of comfort with technology and may not have the necessary skills for this job.

Question 10

What is the term used to describe those members of the population whose lives have been shaped by globalization, MTV, AIDS, and computers and who value flexibility, life options, and the achievement of job satisfaction?
A) Veterans
B) Boomers
C) Nexters
D) Xers
E) Hexers

Accepted Answer

The term used to describe those members of the population whose lives have been shaped by globalization, MTV, AIDS, and computers and who value flexibility, life options, and the achievement of job satisfaction is Xers.

Question 11

What cohort of workers in the U.S. is most loyal to their careers?
A) Veterans
B) Boomers
C) Nexters
D) Xers
E) Millennials

Accepted Answer

Veterans, or those born before 1946, tend to be the most loyal to their careers. This cohort grew up during a time when job security and company loyalty were highly valued, and many stayed with the same employer for their entire career.

Question 12

The "enterprising" personality from Holland's typology of personality and congruent occupations would exhibit which of the following personality characteristics?
A) imaginative, disorderly, idealistic
B) shy, genuine, persistent
C) sociable, friendly, cooperative
D) self-confident, ambitious, energetic
E) conforming, efficient, practical,

Accepted Answer

According to Holland's typology of personality, the enterprising personality is characterized by being self-confident, ambitious, and energetic. This type of person is often drawn to careers in business, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Therefore, choice D is the best fit for the enterprising personality.

Question 13

________ developed a Vocational Preference Inventory questionnaire that contains 160 occupational titles.
A) Maslow
B) Holland
C) Hofstede
D) Herzberg
E) Surber

Accepted Answer

The Vocational Preference Inventory questionnaire containing 160 occupational titles was developed by John L. Holland, a psychologist who formulated the theory of vocational choice known as the Holland Codes or Holland Occupational Themes.

Question 14

What is the term used to describe workers who entered the workforce in the 1950s and early 1960s?
A) Boomers
B) Nexters
C) Xers
D) Veterans
E) Millennials

Accepted Answer

The term "Veterans" is used to describe workers who entered the workforce in the 1950s and early 1960s, also known as the Silent Generation.

Question 15

You are seeking to fill the position of corporate accountant, and have administered Holland's Vocational Preference Inventory questionnaire to all candidates. You would suspect that the questionnaire would indicate that the best candidates for the position would have which of the following personality types?
A) conventional
B) realistic
C) enterprising
D) investigative
E) social

Accepted Answer

The Holland's Vocational Preference Inventory questionnaire assesses individuals based on six personality types: realistic, investigative, artistic, social, enterprising, and conventional. The conventional personality type is characterized by being detail-oriented, organized, and good with numbers, making it a good fit for the corporate accountant position. Therefore, the best choice would be A) conventional.

Question 16

Which of the following researchers produced a comprehensive analysis of variation among cultures?
A) Maslow
B) Hofstede
C) Festinger
D) Skinner
E) Freud

Accepted Answer

Hofstede's research focused on identifying and quantifying cultural differences across countries and was based on surveys conducted among IBM employees from around the world. His work produced a comprehensive analysis of variation among cultures, which he summarized in his model of cultural dimensions, including power distance, individualism, masculinity-femininity, uncertainty avoidance, and long-term orientation.

Question 17

The most recent entrants to the U.S. workforce are ________.
A) Veterans
B) Boomers
C) Nexters
D) Xers
E) Traditionalists

Accepted Answer

Nexters, also known as Generation Z, are the most recent entrants to the U.S. workforce. They were born between the mid-1990s and mid-2000s, and are typically characterized as digital natives who value diversity and work-life balance.

Question 18

Holland's theory of personality-job fit argues that job satisfaction is highest and turnover lowest where ________.
A) personality and occupation are in agreement
B) an individual is highly motivated
C) salary is high
D) felt emotions are displayed
E) compensation is high

Accepted Answer

According to Holland's theory, job satisfaction is highest and turnover is lowest when an individual's personality traits match the characteristics of the occupation. In other words, when there is a good fit between personality and job requirements, individuals are more likely to enjoy their work, be engaged, and remain in the job. Therefore, option A is the best choice. The other options (B, C, D, and E) do not necessarily guarantee a good personality-job fit and may not necessarily result in high job satisfaction or low turnover.

Question 19

Which of the following is a reason that many researchers believe that generational values are invalid?
A) There's too much overlap.
B) The research has been manipulated.
C) The media has glorified the Nexters.
D) The Veteran generation is no longer part of the workforce.
E) There's no valid research on the topic.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is a reason...

Question 20

Which of the following is not an instrumental value?
A) clean
B) wisdom
C) polite
D) loving
E) courageous

Accepted Answer

Wisdom is considered a terminal value, which represents an end goal or ultimate state of existence, whereas instrumental values are modes of behavior or means to achieve terminal values.

Quiz 5: Personality and Values

Which of the following terminal values are most common among executives?

What cohort of workers in the U.S. is most likely to balk at having to work extensive overtime and weekends?

Which of the following is not one of Hofstede's five dimensions of national culture?

More than other generations, ________ tend to be questioning, socially conscious, and entrepreneurial.

In the U.S., employees in what age group value wealth and strive to become rich?

The "realistic" personality from Holland's typology of personality and congruent occupations would be well suited for which of the following jobs?

Each of the six personality types developed in Holland's personality-job fit theory has a ________.

What term is used for those who entered the U.S. work force from the mid-1960s through the mid-1980s?

What is the term used to describe those members of the population whose lives have been shaped by globalization, MTV, AIDS, and computers and who value flexibility, life options, and the achievement of job satisfaction?

What cohort of workers in the U.S. is most loyal to their careers?

The "enterprising" personality from Holland's typology of personality and congruent occupations would exhibit which of the following personality characteristics?

________ developed a Vocational Preference Inventory questionnaire that contains 160 occupational titles.

What is the term used to describe workers who entered the workforce in the 1950s and early 1960s?

Which of the following researchers produced a comprehensive analysis of variation among cultures?

The most recent entrants to the U.S. workforce are ________.

Holland's theory of personality-job fit argues that job satisfaction is highest and turnover lowest where ________.

Which of the following is a reason that many researchers believe that generational values are invalid?

Which of the following is not an instrumental value?