Question 1

If practitioners take on a more "Practitioner-Scientific" role and academicians assume a more "Scientific-Practitioner" role,it would result in a movement towards:
A) evidence-based management.
B) relation management.
C) social facilitation.
D) positive psychological capital.

Accepted Answer

The shift towards practitioners taking on a more "Practitioner-Scientific" role and academicians taking on a more "Scientific-Practitioner" role is indicative of a greater focus on evidence-based management. This approach involves using the best available evidence, in combination with practitioner skills and expertise, to inform decisions and actions in professional settings. By emphasizing the importance of empirical evidence and critical thinking in practice, this model can help ensure that interventions are based on sound scientific principles and are more likely to be effective.

Question 2

James Brian Quinn believes that the organization of enterprise and effective strategies will depend more on development and deployment of _____ resources than on the management of _____ assets.
A) intellectual; physical
B) human; monetary
C) technological; physical
D) natural; monetary

Accepted Answer

The statement suggests that the organization of enterprise and effective strategies will depend more on the development and deployment of intellectual resources rather than the management of physical assets. Intellectual resources such as knowledge, skills, and expertise are becoming increasingly crucial for businesses to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace. In contrast, physical assets such as machinery and equipment can be replicated and easily replaced, making them less essential for success. Therefore, choice A is the best answer.

Question 3

Ken is hired as a branch manager of a marketing firm only because of his networks with important personalities and his connections with potential clients.Which of the following can he best provide to the organization?
A) Physical capital
B) Relation capital
C) Social capital
D) Positive psychological capital

Accepted Answer

Ken's networks and connections with important personalities and potential clients represent social capital. Social capital refers to the resources and benefits that an individual or organization derives from their social networks and social relationships. Ken's connections can provide potential leads, referrals, and new business opportunities, making him a valuable asset to the marketing firm.

Question 4

InvestorPro,an investment consulting firm plans to flatten its traditional hierarchy structure.The intent is to eliminate authoritarian positions in its structure and create new ones that are operationally logical.The top management agrees that none of the employees would be laid-off but only transferred from their positions to the new ones.This plan,when announced to its employees,is not taken well by lower- and middle- level management who did not want the structure to be changed.When asked for a reason,they were not able to put a strong argument.Which of the following best describes this effect?
A) Hawthorne effect
B) Paradigm effect
C) Audience effect
D) External validity

Accepted Answer

The paradigm effect occurs when individuals have difficulty seeing beyond their current way of thinking and therefore fail to provide strong arguments for their resistance to change. In this case, the lower- and middle- level management were resistant to the change in structure but were unable to provide a strong argument, indicating that they may have been affected by the paradigm effect. The other options (Hawthorne effect, Audience effect, External validity) do not accurately describe the situation.

Question 5

Which one of the following changes CANNOT be attributed to the dynamic,technologically advanced work environment?
A) A change in work ethics
B) A change in the traditional employment contract
C) A change in the nature of the work
D) A change in the composition of the workforce

Accepted Answer

The work environment may have an impact on work ethics, but it cannot be solely attributed to technological advancements. Work ethics are influenced by a wide range of factors, including cultural values and personal beliefs. The other options - B, C, and D - are more directly linked to technological advancements and changes in the work environment.

Question 6

Which among the following does NOT signify the term "paradigm?"
A) A framework
B) A way of thinking
C) A scheme for understanding technology
D) A scheme for understanding reality

Accepted Answer

While paradigms can certainly be used to understand technology, that particular aspect is not a defining characteristic of the term. Therefore, choice C does not signify the term "paradigm" in the same way that the other choices do.

Question 7

Identify a method that was NOT used by traditional managers to solve management problems and ensure maximum productivity in the past.
A) Devise monetary incentive plans
B) Ensure job security
C) Provide regular paid leave
D) Provide good working conditions

Accepted Answer

Providing regular paid leave was not a common practice among traditional managers to solve management problems and ensure maximum productivity. They emphasized more on control and supervision rather than employee welfare.

Question 8

David was recently promoted as the chief marketing officer for Izet Pvt.Ltd.David was chosen because of his remarkable marketing skills and his experience as Vice-President for 15 years in a reputed marketing firm.Which of the following can be attributed as a reason for his promotion?
A) Physical capital
B) Human capital
C) Social capital
D) Positive psychological capital

Accepted Answer

David's promotion can be attributed to his human capital, which includes his skills, knowledge, and experience in the field of marketing. As the chief marketing officer, he is expected to leverage his human capital to improve the marketing efforts of Izet Pvt. Ltd. The other options such as physical capital, social capital, and positive psychological capital do not seem to be relevant in this context.

Question 9

The behavioristic approach posits that cognitive processes such as thinking,expectancies,and perception exist and are essential to predict and control or manage behavior.

Accepted Answer

The behavioristic approach, also known as behaviorism, disregards or minimizes the role of internal cognitive processes and focuses solely on observable and measurable behavior. It emphasizes the relationship between environmental stimuli and the responses they elicit, with an emphasis on reinforcement and punishment to shape behavior. Therefore, it does not consider thinking, expectancies, or perception as essential in predicting and controlling behavior.

Question 10

The social cognitive process can be a unifying theoretical framework for both cognition and behaviorism.

Accepted Answer

The social cognitive process emphasizes the role of observational learning, cognitive processes, and social factors in shaping behavior, which bridges the gap between cognition and behaviorism. Therefore, it can be considered as a unifying theoretical framework for both.

Question 11

Pfeffer and Sutton identified five sources that prevented the implementation and sustainability of the high performance work practices.Identify which is NOT one of the sources.
A) Debilitating fear
B) Destructive internal competition
C) Mindless reliance on precedent
D) Poorly designed and complex hierarchy

Accepted Answer

The five sources identified by Pfeffer and Sutton are: debilitating fear, destructive internal competition, mindless reliance on precedent, lack of coordination and integration, and unclear accountability. Poorly designed and complex hierarchy is not one of the sources identified.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT an important environmental or contextual dimension for organizational behavior?
A) Leadership
B) Globalization
C) Ethics
D) Diversity

Accepted Answer

Leadership is not an environmental or contextual dimension for organizational behavior; it is more of an internal factor related to how an organization is managed and led. Globalization, ethics, and diversity are considered important external or contextual dimensions that influence organizational behavior.

Question 13

Which of the following best explains positive psychological capital?
A) What you know
B) Who you know
C) What you say
D) Who you can become

Accepted Answer

Positive psychological capital refers to an individual's optimism, resilience, self-efficacy, and hope for the future. This is related to who you can become, as it encompasses an individual's potential and ability to overcome challenges and achieve success.

Question 14

According to Edward Tolman,behavior is reactive,and is directed towards situations.

Accepted Answer

Edward Tolman believed in purposive behaviorism, suggesting that behavior is goal-directed and influenced by the beliefs, desires, and perceptions of the individual, rather than merely reactive to situations.

Question 15

Personality characteristics such as conscientiousness can serve as an example for organizational participants.

Accepted Answer

Yes, personality characteristics such as conscientiousness can serve as an example for organizational participants. Conscientiousness is associated with being responsible, organized, and dependable, which are all positive qualities that can benefit an organization. When individuals with high levels of conscientiousness are seen as successful in an organization, it can serve as a model for others to follow.

Question 16

Human resource of an organization includes all of the following EXCEPT:
A) human capital.
B) social capital.
C) positive psychological capital.
D) relations capital.

Accepted Answer

All of the options except for D are considered part of human resource. Relations capital is not a commonly used term in human resource management and is not typically considered a separate component.

Question 17

The behavioristic approach has been labeled as being mentalistic,while the cognitive approach has been labeled deterministic.

Accepted Answer

The behavioristic approach is often criticized for being deterministic as it emphasizes the role of external factors in shaping behavior, while the cognitive approach focuses on mental processes such as perception, memory, and thought. The cognitive approach is not typically labeled as deterministic, but rather emphasizes the active role of individuals in processing information and making decisions.

Question 18

Among the following,identify which is NOT part of high performance work practices?
A) Job security
B) Self-managed teams
C) Pay for performance
D) Multi-source feedback system

Accepted Answer

Job security is not typically considered part of high performance work practices. Rather, high performance work practices focus on enhancing employee skills and motivation to improve performance and productivity. Self-managed teams, pay for performance, and multi-source feedback system are all examples of practices that can contribute to high performance.

Question 19

A manager following which of the following theories would be of the opinion that employees are only interested in money?
A) Social assumptions theory.
B) Theory X.
C) Theory Y.
D) Theory Z.

Accepted Answer

Theory X is a management theory that assumes employees are lazy, dislike work, and only motivated by money and fear of punishment. Therefore, a manager following this theory would believe that employees are only interested in money.

Question 20

Identify Jeff Pfeffer's "3 Its," correlating it to organizational behavior theory and research.
A) Believe it.
B) Spread it.
C) Do it.
D) Stick with it.

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 1: Introduction to Organizational Behavior: an Evidence-Based Approach

If practitioners take on a more "Practitioner-Scientific" role and academicians assume a more "Scientific-Practitioner" role,it would result in a movement towards:

James Brian Quinn believes that the organization of enterprise and effective strategies will depend more on development and deployment of _ resources than on the management of _ assets.

Ken is hired as a branch manager of a marketing firm only because of his networks with important personalities and his connections with potential clients.Which of the following can he best provide to the organization?

Which one of the following changes CANNOT be attributed to the dynamic,technologically advanced work environment?

Which among the following does NOT signify the term "paradigm?"

Identify a method that was NOT used by traditional managers to solve management problems and ensure maximum productivity in the past.

David was recently promoted as the chief marketing officer for Izet Pvt.Ltd.David was chosen because of his remarkable marketing skills and his experience as Vice-President for 15 years in a reputed marketing firm.Which of the following can be attributed as a reason for his promotion?

The behavioristic approach posits that cognitive processes such as thinking,expectancies,and perception exist and are essential to predict and control or manage behavior.

The social cognitive process can be a unifying theoretical framework for both cognition and behaviorism.

Pfeffer and Sutton identified five sources that prevented the implementation and sustainability of the high performance work practices.Identify which is NOT one of the sources.

Which of the following is NOT an important environmental or contextual dimension for organizational behavior?

Which of the following best explains positive psychological capital?

According to Edward Tolman,behavior is reactive,and is directed towards situations.

Personality characteristics such as conscientiousness can serve as an example for organizational participants.

Human resource of an organization includes all of the following EXCEPT:

The behavioristic approach has been labeled as being mentalistic,while the cognitive approach has been labeled deterministic.

Among the following,identify which is NOT part of high performance work practices?

A manager following which of the following theories would be of the opinion that employees are only interested in money?

Identify Jeff Pfeffer's "3 Its," correlating it to organizational behavior theory and research.