#1
Which of the following is a primary focus of Industrial and Organizational Psychology?
Understanding human behavior in the workplace
ExplanationFocuses on workplace behavior.
#2
What does 'job satisfaction' refer to in the context of Industrial and Organizational Psychology?
The degree to which employees feel fulfilled and content in their work
ExplanationLevel of fulfillment at work.
#3
What does the term 'organizational culture' refer to?
The shared values, beliefs, and norms within an organization
ExplanationShared values and beliefs within an organization.
#4
What does 'organizational citizenship behavior' refer to?
The voluntary behavior of employees that goes above and beyond their job requirements
ExplanationExtraordinary voluntary actions by employees.
#5
What is 'workplace diversity'?
The representation of different demographic groups within an organization
ExplanationRepresentation of demographic variety.
#6
Which theory of motivation emphasizes the role of three needs: achievement, power, and affiliation?
Acquired Needs Theory
ExplanationFocuses on achievement, power, and affiliation.
#7
What is the Hawthorne effect in the context of Industrial and Organizational Psychology?
The tendency for people to perform better when they are being observed
ExplanationImproved performance when observed.
#8
Which of the following is a key factor in job design according to the Job Characteristics Model?
Skill variety, task identity, task significance, autonomy, and feedback
ExplanationFactors influencing job design.
#9
In the context of performance appraisal, what does the term '360-degree feedback' refer to?
Feedback provided by multiple stakeholders, including supervisors, peers, subordinates, and self-assessment
ExplanationFeedback from various evaluators.
#10
Which leadership theory suggests that effective leadership is contingent upon the fit between a leader's style and the demands of the situation?
Situational Leadership Theory
ExplanationLeadership style adaptation to situations.
#11
What is the purpose of a 360-degree feedback assessment?
To gather feedback from multiple sources, including supervisors, peers, and subordinates
ExplanationCollects feedback from various stakeholders.
#12
What is the primary purpose of job analysis in Industrial and Organizational Psychology?
To systematically investigate and gather information regarding job tasks, responsibilities, and requirements
ExplanationInvestigation of job tasks and requirements.