Question 1

What are values?

Accepted Answer

Values are convictions or beliefs that guide our decisions and evaluations of how to behave.

Question 2

Jason did not get the promotion he felt he deserved.Instead his supervisor gave the promotion to Dylan."I really dislike my supervisor" thought Jason to himself exhibiting the

Accepted Answer

The affective component of Jason's attitude towards his supervisor refers to his feelings of dislike towards his supervisor, which are evident in his thought about the promotion. The cognitive component would involve his beliefs or thoughts about his supervisor, while the behavioral component would involve his actions towards his supervisor. The judging and dominant components are not recognized components of attitudes.

Question 3

Within the framework of the Rokeach value survey,what are instrumental values?

Accepted Answer

Instrumental values are preferable modes of behavior or means to achieve one's terminal values. They guide how individuals behave on a day-to-day basis to achieve their ultimate life goals.

Question 4

According to Hofstede's dimensions,which of the following countries scored low on masculinity?

Accepted Answer

Denmark scored low on masculinity with a score of 16 on Hofstede's dimension, indicating a more feminine society that values cooperation, consensus-building, and quality of life.

Question 5

Individualism is the degree to which people prefer to act as ________,whereas collectivism is the equivalent of ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Individualism is the degree to which people...

Question 6

The GLOBE value describing the acceptance of unequal levels of power in institutions and organizations is called

Accepted Answer

The GLOBE value describing the acceptance of unequal levels of power in institutions and organizations is called power distance. Power distance refers to the extent to which individuals in a society or organization accept power and authority differentials.

Question 7

Canada is a multicultural country.It is projected that in 2036 approximately:

Accepted Answer

According to Statistics Canada, in 2016 approximately 22.3 percent of the population was foreign-born. Based on current trends, this is projected to increase to between 24.5 and 30 percent by 2036. Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

Question 8

According to Hofstede,which of the following countries scored high on power distance?

Accepted Answer

Malaysia scored high on power distance, which is a cultural dimension that refers to the extent to which less powerful members of a society accept and expect unequal distribution of power. Norway, Denmark, Finland, and the Netherlands are all countries that scored low on power distance, meaning they prioritize equality and strive to minimize power imbalances.

Question 9

Within the framework of the Rokeach value survey,what are terminal values?

Accepted Answer

Terminal values are the goals or end-states that individuals would like to achieve in their lifetime. They represent the ultimate objectives for individuals and often include concepts such as happiness, freedom, and world peace.

Question 10

Which of the following statements about values is incorrect?

Accepted Answer

The statement "Values generally have no effect on job satisfaction" is incorrect as values do have an impact on job satisfaction. Our values shape our priorities, beliefs, and attitudes towards work and play a major role in determining our satisfaction with our job.

Question 11

Generation Xers are characterized by which of the following common values?

Accepted Answer

Generation Xers are known for valuing flexibility and job satisfaction as they entered the workforce during a time of economic uncertainty and job insecurity. They prioritize their individual needs and wants over loyalty to their employer.

Question 12

Jon is a middle level manager at Apex Corporation,a manufacturer of electronic switches for the telecommunications industry.Jon has been in his position for about three years and has been heard on several occasions telling others he likes his job.Jon is expressing his

Accepted Answer

Jon is expressing his attitude about work by stating that he likes his job. Attitude refers to a person's positive or negative feelings and beliefs about a particular object, person, or situation, in this case, Jon's job at Apex Corporation.

Question 13

Jason did not get the promotion he felt he deserved.Instead his supervisor gave the promotion to Dylan."Time to look for another job" thought Jason to himself exhibiting the

Accepted Answer

The affective component of an attitude refers to the emotional feelings or sentiments that an individual has towards an object, person, or event. In this case, Jason's thought of "Time to look for another job" reflects his negative emotional reaction towards his supervisor after not receiving the promotion he felt he deserved.

Question 14

A society that encourages and rewards group members for performance improvement and excellence would fall into which of the following GLOBE dimensions?

Accepted Answer

A society that encourages and rewards group members for performance improvement and excellence would fall into the dimension of performance orientation. This dimension refers to the extent to which a society values and rewards performance, improvement, and excellence. Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

Question 15

Within Hofstede's research,a culture emphasizing ________ would value thrift,persistence and tradition.

Accepted Answer

According to Hofstede, a culture emphasizing long-term orientation values thrift, persistence, and tradition as key characteristics. This is in contrast to short-term oriented cultures, which focus on immediate gratification and fulfilling social obligations. Power distance relates to how a society deals with inequalities in power, collectivism relates to how much a society values group harmony and cooperation over individual achievement, and individualism relates to how much a society values individualism over collectivism. None of these are directly related to the characteristics valued in a long-term oriented culture.

Question 16

Which of the following best describes ethics?

Accepted Answer

Ethics refers to principles that guide behaviour and help determine whether actions are right or wrong.

Question 17

According to the Global Leadership and Organizational Behaviour Effectiveness (GLOBE)research program,what are the nine dimensions along which national cultures differ?

Accepted Answer

The nine dimensions along which national cultures differ according to the GLOBE research program are assertiveness, future orientation, gender differentiation, uncertainty avoidance, power distance, individualism/collectivism, in-group collectivism, performance orientation, and humane orientation. Option E lists all these dimensions correctly.

Question 18

Values are

Accepted Answer

Values are generally considered to be fairly stable over time, although they may change in response to significant life events or experiences. While attitudes can be related to values, they are not necessarily synonymous. Values can vary among individuals and are not necessarily consistent among occupational groups. Additionally, while perception can influence values, they are not based solely on perception and can be influenced by cultural, societal, and personal factors.

Question 19

In contrasting values and attitudes,which of the following is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Values are generally more deeply ingrained and stable than attitudes. Attitudes can change over time as individuals are exposed to new information or experiences, whereas values are more resistant to change.

Question 20

A society that prefers structured situations to alleviate unpredictability experiences

Accepted Answer

The characteristic of preferring structured situations to alleviate unpredictability is known as uncertainty avoidance. This is the extent to which a society feels threatened by uncertain or unknown situations and tries to avoid them. Therefore, the best choice is D - uncertainty avoidance.

Quiz 3: Values, attitudes, and Diversity in the Workplace