Question 1

Which of the following attributes of leadership are perceived as "bad" in many different cultures?
A) Dictatorial and egocentric
B) Dictatorial and ambitious
C) Ruthless and individualistic
D) Both a and c

Accepted Answer

A

Question 2

According to the path-goal leadership approach, which of the following is one of the four basic leadership styles?
A) Authoritarian
B) Supportive
C) Transformational
D) Transactional

Accepted Answer

The path-goal theory identifies four primary types of leadership styles: directive, supportive, participative, and achievement-oriented. Among the options given, "Supportive" is one of the recognized styles within this theory.

Question 3

According to Likert's "System 4" model, there are four basic systems of leadership. Which of the following explanations is correctly matched with the system given?
A) System 1: decision making reserved for employees and unions
B) System 2: autocratic, but managers are more paternalistic
C) System 3: employees are not at all involved in communicating or decision making
D) System 4: employees are minimally involved in decision making on important issues

Accepted Answer

System 2 in Likert's model is characterized by a more autocratic leadership style, but with a paternalistic approach where managers may show some concern for employees' welfare, distinguishing it from the purely directive and controlling approach of System 1.

Question 4

Which of the following leadership issues are correctly paired with the expectations and attitudes for American and Mexican managers?
A) Valued subordinate behaviors: American-initiative; Mexican-obedience
B) Leadership style: American-formal; Mexican-informal
C) Key to subordinate evaluation: American-personal loyalty; Mexican-performance
D) Basis of discipline/justice: American-personal relationships; Mexican-uniform application of rules

Accepted Answer

The correct pairing is A) Valued subordinate behaviors: American-initiative; Mexican-obedience. This reflects the cultural expectations where American managers often value independence and initiative, while Mexican managers may place a higher value on obedience and respect for authority.

Question 5

Which of the following are examples of relationship-oriented behavior managers may demonstrate?
A) Clarifying performance expectations
B) Providing technical help
C) Showing consideration toward subordinates
D) Planning and scheduling

Accepted Answer

Showing consideration toward subordinates is an example of relationship-oriented behavior, as it focuses on building and maintaining positive relationships within the team.

Question 6

Which of the following statements most accurately describes what leadership means in practice across different cultures?
A) All cultures agree on what characteristics leaders must possess to be effective
B) Some leadership characteristics are viewed as positive in most countries and some negative in most countries
C) The meaning of leadership in practice is consistent across all cultures
D) Not all cultures have leaders

Accepted Answer

Leadership characteristics can vary in their perceived value across different cultures, but research has shown that there are indeed some traits that are universally regarded as positive (e.g., integrity, decisiveness) and others that are generally seen as negative. This acknowledges the existence of cultural differences in leadership perceptions while also recognizing some level of universality in leadership traits.

Question 7

Which of the following correctly matches the leadership style with its description?
A) Directive: occurs when leader provides few rules for subordinates to follow when doing their jobs
B) Supportive: leader focuses on subordinates' needs and overall well-being to maintain positive relationships
C) Supportive: leader focuses on the needs of superordinates and their well-being to maintain positive relationships
D) Participative: leader consults with superordinates, solicits opinions, and otherwise involves them in decision making

Accepted Answer

Supportive leadership is characterized by a focus on the needs and well-being of subordinates, aiming to create a supportive environment and maintain positive relationships.

Question 8

While transformations leadership is said by some to be tailor-made for international business, there are reasons to be cautious with blanket application. Which of the following might argue against wholesale use of transformation leadership globally?
A) Attributes such as risk-taking and ambition are not valued in all countries
B) Regardless of the type of positive impacts, they are driven by different aspects of transformational leadership in different cultures
C) The nature of the "positive impact" of transformational leadership is consistent from place to place and country to country
D) There has been little research on transformational leadership

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

Globalization has presented several new challenges for effective leadership. Which of the following has not been identified as one of these challenges?
A) The need to speak at least two languages
B) The need to be able to influence people from different cultures
C) Good cultural understanding to successfully persuade and influence
D) The need to understand how leaders' actions are viewed by others

Accepted Answer

The need to speak at least two languages has not been specifically identified as a challenge for effective leadership in the context of globalization. While being multilingual can be beneficial, the core challenges revolve around understanding and influencing across cultures, which are more about cultural competence and perspective-taking than about language skills per se.

Question 10

Relationship-oriented behavior includes which of the following?
A) Showing concern for feelings, needs, and the well-being of subordinates
B) Expressing empathy, warmth, encouragement, and consideration
C) Expressing trust toward subordinates
D) Showing a strong sense of autonomy

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

The leader behavior dimension of humane orientation is least likely to be prevalent in which countries?
A) Sweden and Denmark
B) Korea and Japan
C) China
D) Norway and Italy

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Which of the following are examples of task-oriented behavior managers demonstrate?
A) Clarifying performance expectations and providing technical help
B) Showing consideration toward subordinates
C) Planning, scheduling, and setting specific goals
D) Both a and c

Accepted Answer

Task-oriented behavior in management focuses on the tasks needed to be accomplished. This includes clarifying performance expectations, providing technical help, planning, scheduling, and setting specific goals, which are covered in both options A and C.

Question 13

Which of the following groups of leader attributes are most likely to be viewed differently across cultures?
A) Honest, logical, and intelligent
B) Logical, enthusiastic, and ambitious
C) Sensitive, positive, and decisive
D) Individualistic, intelligent, and trustworthy

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

A "paternalistic version" of relationship-oriented leadership behavior may produce positive reactions from employees in which of the following?
A) India and the Middle East
B) Parts of Latin America and Canada
C) India, the Middle East, and parts of Latin America
D) Both a and b

Accepted Answer

Paternalistic leadership, which combines strong leadership with a caring attitude, is often appreciated in cultures with high power distance and collectivism, such as India, the Middle East, and parts of Latin America. These cultures value hierarchical structures and group harmony, making them more receptive to a leadership style that is both directive and nurturing.

Question 15

How do leaders using the achievement-oriented leadership style maximize subordinate performance?
A) Set easily attainable goals
B) Provide few challenges
C) Emphasize excellence
D) Emphasize group achievements

Accepted Answer

Achievement-oriented leadership focuses on setting challenging goals, emphasizing excellence, and showing confidence in the abilities of subordinates to achieve high standards.

Question 16

Why might an expatriate manager be allowed more latitude in performing actions that counter typical cultural tendencies?
A) Employees know the manager is a foreign national with different styles and norms
B) Employees may be less open to a counterculture technique used by a foreign-national manager
C) A familiar approach may be needed and may be more effective
D) Employees may be less open to new approaches used by a foreign-national manager

Accepted Answer

Expatriate managers are often given more latitude because employees understand that these managers come from different cultural backgrounds and therefore might have different styles and norms. This understanding can lead to a greater acceptance of actions that counter the typical cultural tendencies of the host country.

Question 17

The emotional bond formed with employees by a transformational leader is based on all of the following leadership characteristics except which one?
A) Use of inspirational appeals
B) Intellectual stimulation
C) Gender and charisma
D) Individualized consideration

Accepted Answer

Transformational leadership focuses on inspiring and motivating employees, encouraging innovation and creativity (intellectual stimulation), and attending to the individual needs of employees (individualized consideration). The emotional bond is not based on the leader's gender but rather on their ability to inspire, challenge, and care for their followers.

Question 18

Which of the following is not a good example of how culture can be a driving force for the impact of leader behavior on employee performance?
A) Criticism that Japanese managers often aim at subordinates would likely seem punitive to many Americans
B) Americans are likely to use status symbols, such as a large office, to project authority
C) Japanese managers often balance criticism with supportive behaviors and go to great lengths to minimize status symbols
D) Japanese managers often go to great lengths to maximize status symbols

Accepted Answer

Japanese management culture is known for minimizing status symbols to promote harmony and equality in the workplace, contrasting with the assertion in option D that they go to great lengths to maximize status symbols. This does not accurately represent how culture influences leader behavior and its impact on employee performance in the context of Japanese management practices.

Question 19

According to Likert's "System 4" model, there are four basic systems of leadership. Which of the following explanations is correctly matched with the system given?
A) System 1: exploitative
B) System 2: consultative
C) System 3: democratic
D) System 4: authoritative

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

The leader behavior dimension of team orientation is most likely to be prevalent in which countries?
A) Mexico and Canada
B) Saudi Arabia and Egypt
C) Mexico and Brazil
D) Canada and the United States

Accepted Answer

Team orientation is more prevalent in cultures with a high emphasis on collectivism, where group success is valued over individual achievements. Mexico and Brazil, with their Latin American cultural backgrounds, tend to prioritize group work and team cohesion, making choice C the correct answer.

Quiz 6: Effective Leadership in a Multicultural Environment

Which of the following attributes of leadership are perceived as "bad" in many different cultures?

According to the path-goal leadership approach, which of the following is one of the four basic leadership styles?

According to Likert's "System 4" model, there are four basic systems of leadership. Which of the following explanations is correctly matched with the system given?

Which of the following leadership issues are correctly paired with the expectations and attitudes for American and Mexican managers?

Which of the following are examples of relationship-oriented behavior managers may demonstrate?

Which of the following statements most accurately describes what leadership means in practice across different cultures?

Which of the following correctly matches the leadership style with its description?

While transformations leadership is said by some to be tailor-made for international business, there are reasons to be cautious with blanket application. Which of the following might argue against wholesale use of transformation leadership globally?

Globalization has presented several new challenges for effective leadership. Which of the following has not been identified as one of these challenges?

Relationship-oriented behavior includes which of the following?

The leader behavior dimension of humane orientation is least likely to be prevalent in which countries?

Which of the following are examples of task-oriented behavior managers demonstrate?

Which of the following groups of leader attributes are most likely to be viewed differently across cultures?

A "paternalistic version" of relationship-oriented leadership behavior may produce positive reactions from employees in which of the following?

How do leaders using the achievement-oriented leadership style maximize subordinate performance?

Why might an expatriate manager be allowed more latitude in performing actions that counter typical cultural tendencies?

The emotional bond formed with employees by a transformational leader is based on all of the following leadership characteristics except which one?

Which of the following is not a good example of how culture can be a driving force for the impact of leader behavior on employee performance?

According to Likert's "System 4" model, there are four basic systems of leadership. Which of the following explanations is correctly matched with the system given?

The leader behavior dimension of team orientation is most likely to be prevalent in which countries?