Question 1

The progression model of withdrawal argues that the various withdrawal behaviors negatively correlate with one another-that doing one means you're less likely to do another. The idea is that any form of withdrawal can compensate for, or neutralize, a sense of dissatisfaction, which makes the other forms unnecessary.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The progression model of withdrawal argues that...

Question 2

Employees falling under the category of "lone wolves" possess low levels of organizational commitment but high levels of task performance and are motivated to achieve work goals for themselves, not necessarily for their company.

Accepted Answer

Lone wolves are individuals who prioritize their personal goals over the goals of the organization, hence they have low levels of organizational commitment. However, their high levels of task performance are aimed at achieving their personal goals, which may or may not align with their company's goals.

Question 3

Employees falling under the category of "lone wolves" possess low levels of both organizational commitment and task performance and merely exert the minimum level of effort needed to keep their jobs.

Accepted Answer

Lone wolves possess low levels of organizational commitment but high levels of task performance and are motivated to achieve work goals for themselves, not necessarily for their company. They are likely to respond to negative events with exit.

Question 4

Which of the following terms refers to the desire on the part of an employee to remain a member of the organization?
A) Organizational efficacy
B) Organizational control
C) Organizational efficiency
D) Organizational commitment
E) Organizational effectiveness

Accepted Answer

Organizational commitment refers to the desire on the part of an employee to remain a member of the organization. Organizational efficacy refers to an organization's ability to produce a desired result, organizational control refers to the process of regulating and directing an organization, organizational efficiency refers to the ability of an organization to produce maximum output with minimal resources, and organizational effectiveness refers to an organization's ability to achieve its goals.

Question 5

By 2016, minority groups will make up one-third of the workforce.

Accepted Answer

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, minority groups are projected to make up one-third of the workforce by 2024.

Question 6

The set of actions that employees perform to avoid the work situation that may eventually culminate in the employee quitting the organization are referred to as _____ behavior.
A) productivity
B) commitment
C) performance
D) withdrawal
E) citizenship

Accepted Answer

Withdrawal behavior refers to the actions employees take to avoid the work situation that may eventually lead to quitting the organization. This behavior includes reduced effort, absenteeism, tardiness, and turnover intentions. It is an indication of low job satisfaction and low levels of commitment towards the organization. The other options (productivity, commitment, performance, and citizenship) do not refer specifically to this type of behavior.

Question 7

Employees categorized as citizens demonstrate the highest levels of organizational commitment and behave in an active, constructive manner.

Accepted Answer

Stars demonstrate the highest levels of organizational commitment and behave in an active, constructive manner. Citizens have generally high levels of organizational citizenship but react to negative events in a passive, constructive manner.

Question 8

Transactional contracts are based on a narrow set of specific monetary obligations.

Accepted Answer

Transactional contracts generally involve a clear exchange of goods or services for a specific amount of money or consideration, and the terms of the contract focus primarily on these specific obligations.

Question 9

The independent forms model of withdrawal argues that the various withdrawal behaviors are uncorrelated with one another, occur for different reasons, and fulfill different needs on the part of employees.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The independent forms model of withdrawal argues...

Question 10

When employees engage in moonlighting, they use work time and resources to complete something other than their job duties, such as assignments for another job.

Accepted Answer

Moonlighting is a form of psychological withdrawal. When employees engage in moonlighting, they use work time and resources to complete something other than their job duties, such as assignments for another job.

Question 11

The compensatory forms model of withdrawal argues that the various withdrawal behaviors are positively correlated.

Accepted Answer

The compensatory forms model of withdrawal argues that the various withdrawal behaviors negatively correlate with one another.

Question 12

Employees in the category of apathetics demonstrate passive, destructive behavior. They exert the minimum level of effort required to keep their jobs.

Accepted Answer

Apathetics are employees who exhibit passive, destructive behavior and only exert the minimum effort necessary to maintain their employment.

Question 13

Tardiness reflects the tendency to arrive at work late or leave work early.

Accepted Answer

Tardiness refers to the habit or tendency of being late for work, leaving work early, or not showing up for work on time. Therefore, the statement is true.

Question 14

The progression model of withdrawal behavior has received the most scientific support.

Accepted Answer

The progression model of withdrawal behavior, which proposes that withdrawal symptoms worsen over time as a result of increasing tolerance and dependence, has been extensively researched and supported in scientific literature.

Question 15

Survivor syndrome refers to the anger, depression, fear, distrust, and guilt of the employees who remain after an organization downsizes.

Accepted Answer

Survivor syndrome is a real phenomenon experienced by employees who remain after a company downsizes. They may be angry, depressed, fearful, distrustful, and guilty about their job security and the loss of their colleagues.

Question 16

Examples of psychological withdrawal include missing meetings and tardiness.

Accepted Answer

Psychological withdrawal involves behavioral and emotional disengagement from work, such as decreased productivity, absenteeism, and reduced commitment. Missing meetings and tardiness are examples of behavioral withdrawal, not psychological withdrawal.

Question 17

Psychological contracts reflect employees' beliefs about what they owe the organization and what the organization owes them.

Accepted Answer

Psychological contracts represent the perceived mutual obligations that exist between employees and their organization. This includes an understanding of what the employee owes the organization (e.g. performance, loyalty, etc.), as well as what the organization owes the employee (e.g. fair compensation, opportunities for development, job security, etc.).

Question 18

Research suggests that the continued participation of Baby Boomers in the workforce will subtract a significant amount from the U.S. economic output.

Accepted Answer

Research actually suggests that continued participation of Baby Boomers in the workforce will add to the U.S. economic output. Their experience, skills, and knowledge will be critical in filling the talent gap left by the retiring workforce.

Question 19

Employees falling under the category of "lone wolves" tend to respond to negative events with voice because they have the desire to improve the status quo and the credibility needed to inspire change.

Accepted Answer

Employees falling under the category of "stars" tend to respond to negative events with voice because they have the desire to improve the status quo and the credibility needed to inspire change.

Question 20

The most serious form of physical withdrawal is absenteeism.

Accepted Answer

The most serious form of physical withdrawal is not absenteeism, it is actually physical illness, such as seizures or delirium tremens, which can occur during alcohol or drug withdrawal. Absenteeism is a form of behavioral withdrawal, which can also be serious but is not as severe as physical withdrawal.

Quiz 3: Organizational Commitment