Question 1

Because your leader is an authoritarian leader, you know that he prefers ____ followers.
A) passive
B) pragmatic
C) alienated
D) conformist

Accepted Answer

Authoritarian leaders typically prefer conformist followers who are more likely to comply with their directives and maintain the status quo, rather than challenge their authority.

Question 2

Effective followers:
A) resist inappropriate influence from the leader.
B) have external locus of control.
C) need only clarity of expectations, not influence, from their leaders.
D) are conscientious to respond positively to their leader's influence.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Effective followers:
A) resist inappropriate influence from the...

Question 3

Which of the following has resulted from the higher educational level of the work environment?
A) an increasing proportion of workers in out-groups
B) a preference for a more decentralized, participative style of management
C) more employees with an external locus of control
D) a decreasing need for delegation

Accepted Answer

Higher educational level has been associated with a preference for a more decentralized, participative style of management. This is because workers with higher education tend to be more knowledgeable and skilled, and thus they may have more to contribute to decision-making processes. Additionally, this style of management is generally associated with increased job satisfaction and motivation among employees.

Question 4

As Jim's leader, you have noticed that he is low on involvement and high on critical thinking, and you have concluded that Jim is a(n) ____ follower.
A) alienated
B) conformist
C) passive
D) pragmatic

Accepted Answer

Alienated followers are characterized by high critical thinking but low involvement in their work or organization, which matches the description of Jim.

Question 5

Because one of your employees, Angela, functions well in self-managed teams, likes to initiate change, and is willing to put herself at risk for the best interest of the organization, she is a(n) ____ follower.
A) passive
B) pragmatic
C) alienated
D) conformist
E) effective

Accepted Answer

Angela's characteristics indicate that she is an effective follower. She is able to work well in self-managed teams, takes initiative, and is willing to take risks for the organization's benefit. These traits demonstrate that she is proactive, engaged, and committed to the organization, which are key qualities of effective followers.

Question 6

The type of follower who reveals the greatest range of behaviors is the:
A) isolate.
B) effective follower.
C) pragmatic follower.
D) conformist follower.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The type of follower who reveals the...

Question 7

____ is the process of assigning responsibility and authority for accomplishing objectives.
A) Mentoring
B) Coaching
C) Delegation
D) Instruction

Accepted Answer

Delegation is the process of assigning responsibility and authority for accomplishing objectives. Mentoring involves providing guidance and support to an individual in order to help them develop their skills and reach their goals. Coaching involves providing feedback and guidance to help an individual improve their performance. Instruction involves providing information or teaching someone how to do something.

Question 8

The ____ follower is someone who is neither high on critical thinking nor involvement.
A) alienated
B) conformist
C) passive
D) pragmatic

Accepted Answer

A passive follower is someone who does not have strong opinions or beliefs and does not actively participate in decision-making or problem-solving. They tend to follow others without much thought or consideration. This is different from an alienated follower, who may have critical thinking skills but feels disconnected or disillusioned with the group or organization, or a conformist follower, who goes along with the group to fit in or avoid conflict. Pragmatic followers are focused on practical solutions and may or may not have strong critical thinking or involvement skills.

Question 9

People with a(n) ____ locus of control believe that they are "masters of their own destiny" and can influence people and events in their workplace.
A) internal
B) external
C) neutral
D) optimal

Accepted Answer

An internal locus of control refers to the belief that individuals have control over their own lives and can influence people and events in their environment. This is contrasted with an external locus of control, where individuals feel that events are controlled by external forces beyond their control. Therefore, people with an internal locus of control are likely to believe that they have a say in their workplace and are able to take actions to influence outcomes.

Question 10

Follower influencing characteristics include all of the following EXCEPT:
A) power position.
B) gender and status.
C) locus of control.
D) education and experience.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Follower influencing characteristics include all of the...

Question 11

Managers do not delegate because they:
A) Fear that employees will fail to accomplish tasks.
B) Don't know what to delegate.
C) Don't know how to delegate.
D) All of the above.

Accepted Answer

Managers may not delegate for a variety of reasons, including a fear of employees failing, uncertainty about what tasks to delegate, and a lack of knowledge about how to effectively delegate tasks. These concerns can lead managers to take on too much work themselves and limit the potential of their team. Therefore, all of the options are correct.

Question 12

Which of the following should NOT be delegated?
A) Technical matters
B) Routine tasks
C) Employees' problems for training purposes
D) Performance appraisals
E) A, b and c

Accepted Answer

Performance appraisals are a critical management function and should not be delegated to subordinates. The manager should have direct involvement in assessing employee performance and conducting evaluations. Technical matters, routine tasks, and employees' problems for training purposes can be delegated to appropriate subordinates as necessary.

Question 13

When challenging a leader's flawed plans and proposals, it is important for the follower to:
A) pinpoint specifics.
B) personalize the critique.
C) provide both positive and negative feedback.
D) ask for suggestions.

Accepted Answer

When challenging a leader's flawed plans and proposals, it is important for the follower to pinpoint specifics in their critique rather than making general statements. This allows for a more focused and effective critique that the leader can use to make improvements. Personalizing the critique or providing only negative feedback can be counterproductive and damage the relationship between leader and follower. Asking for suggestions is helpful, but it is not as important as providing specific critiques. Providing both positive and negative feedback can be useful, but it is not necessary in all situations.

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT one of the guidelines to becoming an effective follower?
A) offer support to leader
B) play counseling and coaching roles to leader when appropriate
C) show appreciation
D) avoid negative feedback

Accepted Answer

Avoiding negative feedback is not a guideline to becoming an effective follower. In fact, providing constructive feedback is an important aspect of being a follower who can give helpful suggestions to the leader. Offering support, playing counseling and coaching roles, and showing appreciation are all important guidelines to being an effective follower.

Question 15

The ____ follower is someone who is high on involvement but low on critical thinking.
A) alienated
B) conformist
C) passive
D) pragmatic

Accepted Answer

A conformist follower is someone who is highly involved in the group, but tends to conform to the group's beliefs without engaging in critical thinking. This type of follower is more likely to go along with the group, even if it goes against their own beliefs or values. The other options (alienated, passive, pragmatic) do not necessarily describe a follower with high involvement and low critical thinking.

Question 16

The ____ follower is someone who is high on critical thinking and involvement.
A) alienated
B) conformist
C) effective
D) pragmatic

Accepted Answer

An effective follower is someone who is not only committed to their own personal growth, but also to the growth of the organization as a whole. They are high on critical thinking and involvement, which means they are not afraid to challenge the status quo and suggest new ideas. The other options (alienated, conformist, pragmatic) do not necessarily reflect these qualities.

Question 17

Leaders who have difficulty meeting deadlines and who take work home from the job are showing signs of:
A) having optimal stress levels.
B) participative management.
C) delegating too little.
D) directive leadership.

Accepted Answer

Leaders who have difficulty meeting deadlines and take work home are likely not delegating enough tasks to their team members. This can lead to overwhelming workload and stress for the leader, as well as a lack of empowerment and development for the team. Participative management and optimal stress levels are not necessarily related to this behavior, and directive leadership may not be effective if the leader is already struggling to manage their workload.

Question 18

Possibilities of what to delegate include all of the following EXCEPT:
A) reports.
B) scheduling.
C) letters.
D) disciplining.

Accepted Answer

Disciplining is a crucial responsibility for a manager and should not be delegated. The other options can be delegated to other team members if necessary.

Question 19

Which of the following is a determinant of follower influence?
A) relative power position
B) locus of control
C) education and experience
D) all of the answers are correct

Accepted Answer

All of the answers are correct. Relative power position, locus of control, and education and experience can all impact a follower's level of influence. Factors such as their position within a group, level of control over their own circumstances, and knowledge and skills all contribute to their ability to effectively influence those around them. Therefore, all of these factors are important determinants of follower influence.

Question 20

Which of the following may be delegated?
A) Technical matters
B) Routine tasks
C) Personal matters
D) A and b
E) A, b and c

Accepted Answer

Technical matters and routine tasks can be delegated as they are usually assigned to lower-level employees who have the skills and knowledge to perform them. However, personal matters should not be delegated as they may be confidential or require the personal attention of the manager.

Quiz 7: Followership and Leader-Member Exchange

Because your leader is an authoritarian leader, you know that he prefers ____ followers.

Effective followers:

Which of the following has resulted from the higher educational level of the work environment?

As Jim's leader, you have noticed that he is low on involvement and high on critical thinking, and you have concluded that Jim is a(n) ____ follower.

Because one of your employees, Angela, functions well in self-managed teams, likes to initiate change, and is willing to put herself at risk for the best interest of the organization, she is a(n) ____ follower.

The type of follower who reveals the greatest range of behaviors is the:

____ is the process of assigning responsibility and authority for accomplishing objectives.

The ____ follower is someone who is neither high on critical thinking nor involvement.

People with a(n) ____ locus of control believe that they are "masters of their own destiny" and can influence people and events in their workplace.

Follower influencing characteristics include all of the following EXCEPT:

Managers do not delegate because they:

Which of the following should NOT be delegated?

When challenging a leader's flawed plans and proposals, it is important for the follower to:

Which of the following is NOT one of the guidelines to becoming an effective follower?

The ____ follower is someone who is high on involvement but low on critical thinking.

The ____ follower is someone who is high on critical thinking and involvement.

Leaders who have difficulty meeting deadlines and who take work home from the job are showing signs of:

Possibilities of what to delegate include all of the following EXCEPT:

Which of the following is a determinant of follower influence?

Which of the following may be delegated?