Question 1

Even though Wayne is chairperson of the finance committee,he does little or nothing to help the group.He tends to let the group take charge of its decisions and actions.Which leadership style is Wayne using?
A)Democratic
B)Autocratic
C)Situational
D)Laissez-faire
E)Functional

Accepted Answer

Wayne is exhibiting a laissez-faire leadership style because he is not actively involved in the decision-making or actions of the finance committee and is letting the group take charge.

Question 2

Which category of power is operating when a group member nominates someone as a leader by saying,"I recommend Romero be appointed chair of the building committee given his extensive experience as a successful contractor"?
A)Referent power
B)Persuasive power
C)Reward power
D)Legitimate power
E)Expert power

Accepted Answer

The statement suggests that the group member believes Romero has expert power due to his extensive experience as a successful contractor in the field, and therefore recommends him as chair of the building committee. This demonstrates expert power being used to nominate a leader.

Question 3

A supervisor threatens to dismiss any member of the sales team who does not meet the sales quota by the end of the quarter.What type of power is this leader using?
A)Persuasive power
B)Coercive power
C)Reward power
D)Informational power
E)Expert power

Accepted Answer

This is an example of coercive power, as the supervisor is using the threat of dismissal to force behavior change in the sales team.

Question 4

Trait Leadership Theory,also known as the "Great Man" Theory,contends that
A)democratic leaders are always best.
B)charismatic leaders are always best.
C)leaders are born,not made.
D)leaders are made,not born.
E)women cannot be effective leaders.

Accepted Answer

Trait Leadership Theory suggests that leaders are born with certain inherent traits or characteristics that make them effective leaders. This theory often emphasizes qualities such as intelligence, confidence, determination, and charisma as essential traits for leadership success.

Question 5

Which of the following examples of power is an example of personal power?
A)Legitimate power
B)Reward power
C)Expert power
D)Coercive power
E)Informational power

Accepted Answer

Personal power refers to the power that comes from the individual's own characteristics such as knowledge, expertise, charisma, or personality traits. Expert power (choice C) is a type of personal power that comes from an individual's knowledge or expertise in a specific domain. The other types of power listed (legitimate, reward, coercive, and informational) are not examples of personal power. Legitimate power comes from a person's position or role in an organization, reward power comes from the ability to provide incentives or benefits, coercive power comes from the ability to punish or withhold benefits, and informational power comes from access to valuable information.

Question 6

Which of the following types of power is an example of position power?
A)Expert power
B)Legitimate power
C)Referent power
D)Persuasive power
E)Charismatic power

Accepted Answer

Legitimate power comes from one's formal position or role within an organization. The other types of power listed (expert, referent, persuasive, charismatic) are personal or individual traits, rather than being tied to a specific position.

Question 7

Lauren is leading a group of her classmates for a class project.During most of the meetings,she lets the group take charge of most decisions and actions.What type of leader is Lauren?
A)Autocratic leader
B)Diplomatic leader
C)Democratic leader
D)Laissez-faire leader
E)Independent leader

Accepted Answer

Lauren is displaying characteristics of a laissez-faire leader, as she is allowing the group to take charge of most decisions and actions without much input or guidance from herself.

Question 8

When you are "plucked from a group" to be the leader,it changes the nature of your relationship with other group members.Which of the following strategies can help a designated leader succeed and lead this kind of group?
A)Begin by making strong decisions that solve long-standing problems.
B)Avoid discussing leadership concerns with group members until you have established referent power.
C)Change your behavior with members who were your friends to establish your power.
D)Begin by using reward and coercive power to demonstrate your power.
E)Discuss ground rules for interaction while assuring members of your continued friendship.

Accepted Answer

When a member of a group is appointed leader, it can create tension among friends and peers in the group. Discussing ground rules for interaction while reassuring members of continued friendship will help leaders establish trust with their peers, as it shows that although the nature of their relationship may have changed, they still value and respect their opinions. This will also help to prevent any resentment or negative feelings from arising among the group members. The other options (A, B, C, and D) all involve using different forms of power to establish oneself as the leader, which can create an uncomfortable power dynamic and may not be effective in leading a group successfully.

Question 9

Sharon has been her group's leader for six months and has displayed an interest in her group's members including treating them all equally.What type of leader is Sharon?
A)Autocratic leader
B)Diplomatic leader
C)Democratic leader
D)Laissez-faire leader
E)Independent leader

Accepted Answer

Sharon is displaying qualities of a democratic leader as she shows interest in her group's members and treats them equally. Democratic leaders involve their team or group members in decision-making processes and listen to their opinions, ideas, and feedback.

Question 10

When a person's power is based on the respect and trust they've earned from others in the group,this is an example of
A)coercive power.
B)legitimate power.
C)referent power.
D)personal power.
E)deferred power.

Accepted Answer

Referent power is based on the respect and trust a person has earned from others in the group. It is a personal power that comes from being well-liked and respected by others, rather than from a formal position of authority (legitimate power) or the ability to give rewards or punishments (coercive power). Deferred power is not a recognized type of power.

Question 11

Which of the following strategies is most likely to ensure that you will emerge or become a group's leader?
A)Talk early and often
B)Know more than other members
C)Express your opinion
D)Volunteer for important tasks
E)Campaign for the job

Accepted Answer

Talking early and often helps establish presence and influence within the group, increasing the likelihood of being perceived as a leader.

Question 12

You have been promoted to a management position at work.You expect employees to fulfill your requests because you are the boss.What type of power is this?
A)Referent power
B)Coercive power
C)Persuasive
D)Legitimate power
E)Charismatic power

Accepted Answer

This type of power is Legitimate power, which is given to individuals who hold a position of authority within an organization. As a manager, the person has the right to make requests and expect employees to fulfill them.

Question 13

Vu tries to maintain strict control over the Spring Festival Planning Committee.He insists on determining the direction and outcome of the committee's discussion.According to Styles Leadership Theory,which leadership style is Vu using?
A)Democratic
B)Autocratic
C)Situational
D)Laissez-faire
E)Functional

Accepted Answer

Vu is using an autocratic leadership style, as he insists on maintaining strict control and determining the direction and outcome of the committee's discussion.

Question 14

Alexander uses power and authority to strictly control the direction and outcome of his group's work on the next waste water management system for the town.What type of leader is Alexander?
A)Autocratic leader
B)Diplomatic leader
C)Democratic leader
D)Laissez-faire leader
E)Independent leader

Accepted Answer

Alexander exhibits the characteristics of an autocratic leader by using power and authority to tightly control the direction and outcome of the group's work.

Question 15

Your group has chosen Madeleine as its leader because she has demonstrated strong organizational and problem-solving skills as well as a talent for motivating members and resolving conflict.What type of power does Madeleine have?
A)Referent power
B)Coercive power
C)Informational power
D)Legitimate power
E)Persuasive power

Accepted Answer

Madeleine has referent power because she is respected and admired by her group members.

Question 16

Which of the following items describes the concept of leadership as defined in the text?
A)The ability to ensure that a job gets done by a group and that it meets the standards set by a group or organization
B)The ability to make strategic decision,communicate effectively,and mobilize groups members to achieve a shared goal
C)The ability to inform,reward,inspire,motivate,organize,and persuade group members.
D)The ability to improve the performance of a group or organization by clearly defining agreed upon objectives and providing the instructions and means to achieve the objectives.
E)The ability to plan,organize,staff,coordinate,and control the means of achieving a group or organizational goal

Accepted Answer

The definition of leadership described in the text includes the ability to make strategic decisions, communicate effectively, and mobilize group members to achieve a shared goal. Option B summarizes these points accurately.

Question 17

As chairperson of the PTA's election committee,Vicky believes in practicing social equality..She shares decision making with the group.According to Styles Leadership Theory,which leadership style is Vicky using?
A)Democratic
B)Autocratic
C)Situational
D)Laissez-faire
E)Functional

Accepted Answer

Vicky is using the democratic leadership style, which involves the leader sharing decision-making and allowing the group to have a say in the decision-making process. This aligns with Vicky's belief in social equality and allows for open communication and collaboration within the group.

Question 18

The Center for Business Ethics at Bentley College poses all of the following questions to help leaders decide whether their behavior is ethical EXCEPT
A)"Do you cleverly influence group members to agree with you and your plans?"
B)"Are you fair when dealing with group members?"
C)"Do you conform to universally accepted principles of what is right?"
D)"Do your decisions or actions 'smell' suspicious or bad?"
E)"Do you try to do the greatest good for the greatest number of people?"

Accepted Answer

The other four questions are all related to ethical behavior and decision-making, while the question about cleverly influencing group members to agree with you and your plans is not necessarily unethical, but it could indicate manipulative or coercive behavior, which is not encouraged in ethical leadership.

Question 19

Laissez-faire leaders
A)let the group take charge of decisions and actions.
B)are always counterproductive.
C)make many of the group's decisions.
D)do not expect followers to obey orders.
E)generate a climate of open communication.

Accepted Answer

Laissez-faire leaders are known for their hands-off approach to leadership, allowing the group or team to take charge of decisions and actions. This style can be effective in situations where team members are highly skilled and autonomous, but it can also backfire if the group lacks motivation or direction.

Question 20

At the end of every month,a sales manager offers a cash bonus to the most successful salesperson.What type of power is this leader using?
A)Informational power
B)Coercive power
C)Reward power
D)Legitimate power
E)Expert power

Accepted Answer

The sales manager is using reward power by offering a cash bonus to the most successful salesperson at the end of every month. This type of power is based on the ability to provide rewards or incentives to motivate and influence others.

Quiz 8: Conflict and Cohesion in Groups

Even though Wayne is chairperson of the finance committee,he does little or nothing to help the group.He tends to let the group take charge of its decisions and actions.Which leadership style is Wayne using?

Which category of power is operating when a group member nominates someone as a leader by saying,"I recommend Romero be appointed chair of the building committee given his extensive experience as a successful contractor"?

A supervisor threatens to dismiss any member of the sales team who does not meet the sales quota by the end of the quarter.What type of power is this leader using?

Trait Leadership Theory,also known as the "Great Man" Theory,contends that

Which of the following examples of power is an example of personal power?

Which of the following types of power is an example of position power?

Lauren is leading a group of her classmates for a class project.During most of the meetings,she lets the group take charge of most decisions and actions.What type of leader is Lauren?

When you are "plucked from a group" to be the leader,it changes the nature of your relationship with other group members.Which of the following strategies can help a designated leader succeed and lead this kind of group?

Sharon has been her group's leader for six months and has displayed an interest in her group's members including treating them all equally.What type of leader is Sharon?

When a person's power is based on the respect and trust they've earned from others in the group,this is an example of

Which of the following strategies is most likely to ensure that you will emerge or become a group's leader?

You have been promoted to a management position at work.You expect employees to fulfill your requests because you are the boss.What type of power is this?

Vu tries to maintain strict control over the Spring Festival Planning Committee.He insists on determining the direction and outcome of the committee's discussion.According to Styles Leadership Theory,which leadership style is Vu using?

Alexander uses power and authority to strictly control the direction and outcome of his group's work on the next waste water management system for the town.What type of leader is Alexander?

Your group has chosen Madeleine as its leader because she has demonstrated strong organizational and problem-solving skills as well as a talent for motivating members and resolving conflict.What type of power does Madeleine have?

Which of the following items describes the concept of leadership as defined in the text?

As chairperson of the PTA's election committee,Vicky believes in practicing social equality..She shares decision making with the group.According to Styles Leadership Theory,which leadership style is Vicky using?

The Center for Business Ethics at Bentley College poses all of the following questions to help leaders decide whether their behavior is ethical EXCEPT

Laissez-faire leaders

At the end of every month,a sales manager offers a cash bonus to the most successful salesperson.What type of power is this leader using?