#1
Which of the following is NOT one of the Big Five personality traits?
Humility
ExplanationHumility is not classified as one of the Big Five personality traits, which include openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.
#2
Which of the following is an example of an extrinsic motivation in the workplace?
Salary bonus for meeting targets
ExplanationExtrinsic motivation involves external rewards like bonuses, which are contingent upon achieving specific outcomes or goals.
#3
What does the term 'perception' refer to in the context of organizational behavior?
Interpretation of sensory information
ExplanationPerception in organizational behavior refers to how individuals interpret and make sense of sensory information from their environment, influencing their attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors.
#4
What is the term for a person's belief in their capability to achieve a specific goal or outcome?
Self-efficacy
ExplanationSelf-efficacy refers to an individual's belief in their ability to successfully accomplish a particular task or achieve a specific goal, influencing their motivation and performance.
#5
Which theory of personality suggests that behavior is a result of interactions between a person and their environment?
Social cognitive theory
ExplanationSocial cognitive theory proposes that behavior is influenced by both personal factors and environmental factors, with an emphasis on observational learning and cognition.
#6
What is the 'halo effect' in the context of organizational behavior?
Tendency to rate someone highly on all traits due to a strong initial impression
ExplanationThe halo effect refers to the cognitive bias where an individual's positive qualities overshadow their other traits, leading to an overall positive evaluation.
#7
What is the primary focus of the situational approach to leadership?
Leader's followers
ExplanationThe situational approach to leadership emphasizes adapting leadership style to the needs of followers and the situational context, rather than relying on a single leadership style.
#8
Which term refers to the tendency to attribute one's own thoughts, feelings, or motives to others?
Projection
ExplanationProjection is a defense mechanism where individuals attribute their own unacceptable thoughts or feelings to others.
#9
What is the term for the phenomenon where group decision-making leads to reduced individual accountability and a lower level of effort from group members?
Social loafing
ExplanationSocial loafing occurs when individuals exert less effort in a group setting due to reduced perceived accountability and diffusion of responsibility.
#10
According to Herzberg's two-factor theory, which of the following is considered a 'hygiene factor'?
Working conditions
ExplanationHygiene factors, according to Herzberg, are aspects of the work environment that, when adequate, prevent dissatisfaction but do not necessarily motivate employees.
#11
According to Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which need must be satisfied before an individual can move on to fulfill higher-level needs?
Safety needs
ExplanationSafety needs, such as security and stability, must be met before individuals can progress to addressing higher-level needs like love, esteem, and self-actualization.
#12
Which of the following best describes 'emotional intelligence' in the context of organizational behavior?
Ability to understand and manage one's own emotions and empathize with others
ExplanationEmotional intelligence involves the ability to perceive, understand, and regulate one's own emotions as well as recognize and respond to others' emotions empathetically.