Question 1

Zubair truly believes that he can achieve his goal of selling 10 cars each month.This belief reflects Zubair's

Accepted Answer

Zubair's belief that he can sell 10 cars each month relates to his self-efficacy, which is his confidence in his ability to perform a specific task or achieve a particular goal. Self-efficacy is a key determinant of motivation and performance.

Question 2

Managers with a low tolerance for ambiguity tend to be more __________ with their staff and don't empower them to make their own decisions at work.

Accepted Answer

Managers with a low tolerance for ambiguity tend to be more directive with their staff because they prefer clear and specific instructions instead of leaving room for interpretation or independent decision-making.

Question 3

Being tolerant of ambiguity is related to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Being tolerant of ambiguity means having an acceptance of uncertainty and complexity. This trait is closely related to creativity because it requires a willingness to explore new ideas and perspectives, even in the face of ambiguity. It is also related to positive attitudes towards risk, as those who are tolerant of ambiguity are more likely to take calculated risks. Additionally, it is related to an orientation to diversity because accepting and embracing diverse perspectives and ways of thinking requires a level of tolerance for ambiguity. Therefore, all of the choices are correct.

Question 4

If you have the ability to understand how others feel, even without being told, you have the ability to

Accepted Answer

The ability to understand how others feel without being told is a key aspect of empathy, which involves being able to put oneself in another person's shoes and understand their emotional experience. This can help in getting along with others, managing emotions, and motivating oneself, but the primary skill being described here is empathy.

Question 5

Jane is relatively calm, poised and secure.Jane's boss is more excitable, insecure and reactive.Jane and her boss differ in their level of which personality trait described in the Big Five personality framework?

Accepted Answer

Jane's calm and secure demeanor suggests she has a low level of neuroticism, while her boss's excitable and reactive behavior suggests a higher level of neuroticism.

Question 6

If you accept orders from your supervisor solely because he or she is the boss, you are highly

Accepted Answer

Accepting orders solely because someone is the boss is a characteristic of an authoritarian personality, which values obedience and authority over independent thinking and decision-making.

Question 7

The ____ is among the most popular personality selection instruments used today in business.

Accepted Answer

The MBTI (Myers-Briggs Type Indicator) is a widely used personality assessment tool in the business world. It is designed to measure psychological preferences in how people perceive the world and make decisions. It is commonly used for employee development, team building, and leadership training. The other options (MBO, TQMI, JDI, and PAQ) are not personality selection instruments, but rather managerial or performance appraisal tools.

Question 8

People with a high level of __________ are willing to listen to new ideas and to change their own ideas, beliefs and attitudes in response to new information.

Accepted Answer

The trait that describes willingness to listen to new ideas and change one's own beliefs is openness. People high in openness are receptive to new experiences and ideas and are curious about the world around them. The other traits listed (agreeableness, conscientiousness, extroversion, and negative emotionality) do not necessarily indicate an openness to new ideas or a willingness to change one's own beliefs.

Question 9

Which of the following statements regarding assessing employees' Big Five personality traits is true?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements regarding assessing...

Question 10

George believes that he was promoted and given a raise based upon his hard work on the job.George has

Accepted Answer

George's belief that his promotion and raise were based on his hard work suggests that he has an internal locus of control, meaning he believes that his actions and efforts have a direct impact on his outcomes and success.

Question 11

Personality affects which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Personality can affect all of these aspects of work. An individual's personality can influence the career path they choose, the level of job satisfaction they experience, how long they stay with an employer, and their job performance. For example, an extroverted person may prefer a career that involves working with people, while an introverted person may prefer a more solitary career path. A conscientious person may perform well in a job that requires attention to detail and reliability, while a laid-back person may struggle in that type of role.

Question 12

A supervisor who experiments with new ideas, takes a chance with new products, and leads his or her department in new directions has high

Accepted Answer

Risk propensity refers to the degree to which an individual is willing to take chances and make decisions with uncertain outcomes. A supervisor who experiments with new ideas and takes chances with new products demonstrates high risk propensity.

Question 13

____ is behaviour directed at gaining power and controlling the behaviour of others.

Accepted Answer

The described behaviour aligns with the concept of Machiavellianism, which involves manipulative and opportunistic behaviours aimed at gaining power and control over others. Authoritarianism involves a rigid adherence to authority, while positive affectivity refers to a general tendency toward positive emotions. Selective perception refers to the tendency to selectively interpret information to fit one's existing beliefs or expectations.

Question 14

Mangers should place individuals with a _______ tolerance for ambiguity in well-defined and regulated tasks.

Accepted Answer

Individuals with a low tolerance for ambiguity prefer tasks with clear instructions and predictable outcomes, therefore they would perform better in well-defined and regulated tasks.

Question 15

Individuals who score high in __________ tend to take their jobs seriously and act responsibly at work.

Accepted Answer

Conscientiousness is the trait most closely associated with being responsible and taking one's job seriously. Agreeableness relates more to the ability to get along with others, openness to creativity and open-mindedness, extroversion to social interaction and assertiveness, and negative emotionality to experiencing negative emotions frequently.

Question 16

If you are proud of your accomplishments yet look forward to achieving higher levels of performance and are confident in your abilities, you have high

Accepted Answer

The statement describes high self-esteem, which is the confidence and satisfaction in one's own abilities and worth. It does not relate to risk propensity, locus of control, conformity, or self-monitoring.

Question 17

Emotional intelligence includes all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Locus of control refers to an individual's belief in their ability to control their own life and the events that happen to them. While it may be related to emotional intelligence, it is not considered a component or dimension of emotional intelligence.

Question 18

__________ reflects a tendency to perceive or interpret information marked by vague, incomplete, fragmented, multiple, inconsistent, or contradictory meanings as actual or potential sources of psychological discomfort or threat.

Accepted Answer

Low tolerance for ambiguity refers to an individual's discomfort with uncertainty or lack of clarity. This individual may struggle with information that is not clear or consistent, which can cause psychological discomfort or a perceived threat. The other answer choices are not directly related to this concept.

Question 19

Mzi has the ability to balance anxiety, fear and anger, and still get the job done.Mzi possesses which component of emotional intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Managing emotions involves the ability to regulate one's own emotions and remain calm and focused in difficult or stressful situations. Mzi's ability to balance anxiety, fear, and anger suggests that he is skilled in managing his own emotions. The other options (social skill, locus of control, empathy, and motivating oneself) are not directly related to Mzi's ability to manage his emotions in this context.

Question 20

Research has found that __________ people tend to be higher performers in a variety of jobs.

Accepted Answer

The question is asking for a trait that tends to make people higher performers in a variety of jobs. While extroversion, introversion, and openness may have some advantages depending on the job, conscientiousness is consistently found to be a predictor of job success across different occupations and industries. Therefore, the best choice is C - conscientious.

Quiz 3: Individual Characteristics