#1
Which of the following best defines organizational behavior?
A field of study that investigates the impact individuals, groups, and structure have on behavior within organizations
ExplanationStudy of how individuals, groups, and structure influence organizational behavior.
#2
Which of the following is a primary characteristic of a 'team' as opposed to a 'group'?
Collective performance
ExplanationTeams focus on collective performance, distinguishing them from groups.
#3
What is the primary focus of 'organizational behavior'?
Human, social, and organizational aspects in work life
ExplanationStudy of human, social, and organizational aspects in work life.
#4
Which of the following best represents the concept of 'social loafing'?
The tendency for individuals to put forth less effort when working in a group than when working alone
ExplanationReduced effort in a group compared to individual work.
#5
What does the term 'organizational commitment' refer to?
The loyalty of an employee towards their organization
ExplanationEmployee's loyalty and attachment to their organization.
#6
Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory is categorized under which of the following motivational theories?
Content theories
ExplanationMaslow's theory falls under content theories of motivation, focusing on human needs.
#7
Which leadership style is characterized by leaders who give their team members complete freedom to make decisions and complete work?
Laissez-faire leadership
ExplanationLeadership style where leaders grant autonomy to team members in decision-making and task completion.
#8
The concept of 'emotional intelligence' is most closely associated with which of the following?
The ability to recognize, understand, and manage our own emotions and recognize, understand, and influence the emotions of others
ExplanationInvolves recognizing, understanding, and managing one's own and others' emotions.
#9
In the context of organizational change, what does the acronym 'ADKAR' stand for?
Awareness, Desire, Knowledge, Ability, Reinforcement
ExplanationADKAR model outlines the stages of change: Awareness, Desire, Knowledge, Ability, and Reinforcement.
#10
What is the main focus of 'transactional leadership'?
Managing through clear structures and set rewards
ExplanationTransactional leadership involves managing through structures and rewards.
#11
Which of the following best describes the term 'organizational culture'?
A system of shared meaning held by members that distinguishes the organization from other organizations
ExplanationShared meaning among members that sets an organization apart.
#12
Which theory posits that job satisfaction and dissatisfaction arise from two different sets of factors?
Herzberg's Two-Factor theory
ExplanationHerzberg's theory distinguishes between satisfaction and dissatisfaction factors.
#13
Which of the following best describes 'cognitive dissonance' in the context of organizational behavior?
The inconsistency between an individual's beliefs and behaviors
ExplanationInconsistency between beliefs and behaviors causing discomfort.
#14
What does the term 'glass ceiling' refer to in the context of organizational behavior?
A metaphorical barrier that prevents minorities and women from rising to the upper rungs of the corporate ladder, regardless of qualifications or achievements
ExplanationMetaphorical barrier hindering minorities and women from career advancement.
#15
What is the main idea behind 'contingency theories' of leadership?
Leadership effectiveness depends on the situation at hand
ExplanationLeadership effectiveness is contingent upon the specific situation.