Question 1

The extent to which the contributions made by an individual match the inducements offered by the organization is referred to as

Accepted Answer

The concept described in this question refers to person-job fit, which is defined as the degree to which an individual's skills and abilities match the requirements of the job, and is a crucial factor in determining job satisfaction and performance. The other options are not accurate descriptions of this concept.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Managing emotions involves being able to balance and control one's own emotions in various situations, as opposed to simply reacting to them. This includes managing anxiety, fear, and anger, as mentioned in the scenario.

Question 3

If you accept a position with an organization that promises advancement opportunities, the organization is providing

Accepted Answer

Inducements are rewards or benefits offered by an organization to attract and retain employees, such as promises of advancement opportunities. Tangibles are physical items or perks provided to employees, competencies refer to skills and abilities, contributions refer to employee performance or achievements, and psychological contracts are the expectations and obligations between employees and employers.

Question 4

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

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Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Yashmi's calm, poised, and secure nature suggests low levels of neuroticism, while her boss's excitable, insecure, and reactive nature suggests high levels of neuroticism. The Big Five personality framework includes five broad dimensions of personality traits: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.

Question 6

Which of these is true about a psychological contract? It is usually

Accepted Answer

A psychological contract is an unwritten agreement between the employer and employee about the expectations and obligations in the workplace. While it is not usually written down on paper or a formal document, it should be clear about what the organization will provide employees in terms of benefits, rewards, and working conditions. It is also not explicitly negotiated but is rather based on the implied promises made by the organization and the expectations of the employee.

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 selection tool in business. It is designed to measure psychological preferences in how people perceive the world and make decisions, and can provide insights into communication styles, work preferences, and leadership approaches.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

Conscientiousness is the personality trait that is characterized by a person's tendency to be responsible, organized, and hardworking. Thus, individuals who score high in conscientiousness tend to take their jobs seriously and act responsibly at work. Agreeableness is the personality trait that is characterized by a person's tendency to be cooperative, empathetic, and friendly, and is not directly related to job seriousness. Openness is the personality trait that is characterized by a person's tendency to be imaginative, creative, and willing to try new things, and is not directly related to job seriousness. Extraversion is the personality trait that is characterized by a person's tendency to be outgoing, talkative, and sociable, and is not directly related to job seriousness. Negative emotionality is the personality trait that is characterized by a person's tendency to experience negative emotions such as fear, anxiety, and anger, and is not directly related to job seriousness.

Question 9

The extent to which personality attributes are inherited from our parents or shaped by our environment is called ____ by psychologists.

Accepted Answer

The concept of nature versus nurture specifically addresses the extent to which our personality traits and characteristics are influenced by our genetics (nature) versus our environment (nurture). This question is specifically asking for the term used by psychologists to describe this phenomenon, which is nature versus nurture.

Question 10

A psychological contract is

Accepted Answer

A psychological contract refers to a person's overall expectations regarding the employment arrangement, such as the nature of work, job security, and opportunities for growth and development. It is not a legally binding agreement, nor is it necessarily a written document.

Question 11

Because _______, a precise person-job fit is seldom achieved.

Accepted Answer

Each person is unique, with their own set of skills, experiences, and personality traits. Achieving a precise person-job fit is difficult because no two individuals are exactly the same. While hiring procedures can be implemented correctly, they can only do so much in identifying the exact fit for a specific job within a specific organization.

Question 12

Emotional intelligence includes all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Locus of control refers to the extent that individuals believe they can control events affecting them. While related to emotional intelligence, it is not considered one of the primary components of emotional intelligence, which include self-awareness, managing emotions, self-motivation, and social skills.

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the role of circumstances in assessing individual differences?

Accepted Answer

Circumstances play a significant role in assessing individual differences, as whether specific differences that characterize a person are good or bad depends on circumstances. For example, an employee who is highly competitive may be a valuable asset in a sales position, but may not be well-suited for a collaborative team project. Managers must consider the context and circumstances in which individual differences are displayed in order to accurately assess their impact on job performance.

Question 14

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, even without being told, is a key component of empathy. Showing empathy is important in building strong relationships and understanding the perspectives of others. While managing emotions, motivating oneself, getting along with others, and being promoted at a job may require some level of emotional intelligence, the ability to understand how others feel specifically leads to empathy.

Question 15

Expatriate managers may have a difficult time returning from an international assignment because

Accepted Answer

Expatriate managers may have a difficult time returning from an international assignment because the organization they are returning to may have changed in terms of structure, leadership, culture, and strategy. The expat manager may struggle to adapt to these changes and re-integrate into the organization.

Question 16

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 described here is openness, which refers to a person's willingness to engage with new experiences and ideas. Individuals with high levels of openness tend to be imaginative, creative, and curious, and they are more likely to seek out new information and to be open to new perspectives. In contrast, people with low levels of openness tend to be more closed-minded and resistant to change.

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT an example of a contribution made to an organization as part of the psychological contract?

Accepted Answer

Status is not typically considered a contribution in the psychological contract as it is usually seen as a result of the individual's contributions (such as effort, skills, and ability) rather than a contribution in itself.

Question 18

Agreeableness includes being all of these EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The other options (gentle, cooperative, understanding, forgiving) all relate to being agreeable, but being responsible is not necessarily a part of agreeableness.

Question 19

According to research, ____ people tend to be higher performers in a variety of jobs.

Accepted Answer

Conscientious people are known for being diligent, responsible, and detail-oriented, which are all traits that can lead to higher job performance. Studies have shown that conscientiousness is one of the best predictors of job success and is positively correlated with academic achievement, job satisfaction, and income. Extroversion, openness, and neuroticism have also been linked to job performance in some studies, but the evidence is less consistent. Introverted individuals may perform well in jobs that require deep thinking, creativity, and focus, but they may struggle in jobs that require a lot of social interaction or assertiveness.

Question 20

The Meyers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a(n)

Accepted Answer

The Meyers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a useful method for determining employees' communication styles and interaction preferences. It is not a measure of employees' "Big Five" personality traits, willingness to accept international assignments or productivity, nor is it a survey to help managers understand employees' psychological contracts.

Quiz 3: Foundations of Individual Behavior