Question 1

Which of the following is a response to job dissatisfaction?
A) reduced absenteeism
B) increased performance
C) sabotage
D) neglect

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is a response...

Question 2

What is defined as fundamental premises that individuals hold about themselves and their functioning in the world?
A) core self-evaluation
B) self-efficacy
C) job involvement
D) organizational commitment

Accepted Answer

Fundamental premises that individuals hold about themselves and their functioning in the world are known as core self-evaluation. Self-efficacy is one's belief in their ability to achieve specific goals or tasks, job involvement refers to one's attachment and interest in their work, and organizational commitment is the level of dedication an employee feels towards their organization.

Question 3

Which of the following responses to job dissatisfaction occurs when the employee can wait for the situation to improve, showing trust in the management to address the dissatisfaction in time?
A) neglect
B) loyalty
C) exit
D) voice

Accepted Answer

Loyalty is the response where employees remain committed to the organization and show trust in the management to address their dissatisfaction in the future. This choice fits the given description. Neglect is a response where employees disengage and reduce their effort at work. Exit is a response where employees quit the job. Voice is a response where employees actively try to improve the situation by communicating their dissatisfaction to the management. These options do not fit the given description.

Question 4

Which of the following is defined as a pleasurable or positive emotional state resulting from the appraisal of one's job or job experience?
A) organizational commitment
B) cognitive dissonance
C) job satisfaction
D) perceived organizational support

Accepted Answer

Job satisfaction is defined as a pleasurable or positive emotional state resulting from the appraisal of one's job or job experience. Organizational commitment refers to an employee's attachment and loyalty to the organization, cognitive dissonance is the discomfort felt when holding two conflicting beliefs, and perceived organizational support refers to an employee's perception of the extent to which the organization values their contributions and cares about their well-being. None of these definitions match the definition of job satisfaction.

Question 5

Sherry pays all of her employees a salary that is well above what is needed to live comfortably in the United States. Sherry should know which of the following about the relationship between income and job satisfaction?
A) The more she pays, the more satisfied they are likely to be with their job.
B) The more she pays, the less satisfied they are likely to be with their job.
C) The relationship between income and job satisfaction goes away.
D) Her lower pay employees will likely not be satisfied.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Sherry pays all of her employees a...

Question 6

Theo realizes he has grown dissatisfied with his job. He is generally passive but constructive. Which reaction will he likely show?
A) voice
B) neglect
C) loyalty
D) exit

Accepted Answer

Theo's passive but constructive nature suggests he is more likely to remain loyal to his job despite his dissatisfaction, rather than taking actions such as leaving (exit), neglecting his duties, or actively voicing his concerns.

Question 7

In general, how do most people feel about their jobs?
A) antipathy
B) satisfied
C) dissatisfied
D) indifferent

Accepted Answer

According to various surveys and studies, the majority of people report feeling satisfied with their jobs. While some individuals may experience dissatisfaction or antipathy towards their work, these are not the predominant attitudes towards employment. Indifference is also a possible response, but it is not as common as job satisfaction.

Question 8

Research has shown core self-evaluation has been positively related to ______.
A) persistence in job search
B) pessimism about job search
C) job search failure
D) negative attitude about oneself

Accepted Answer

Core self-evaluation refers to a person's fundamental beliefs about their own worthiness, competence, and ability to influence their environment. Research has consistently shown that individuals with a high level of core self-evaluation tend to persevere through difficult situations and exhibit persistence in achieving their goals. This includes persistence in job search, making option A the correct choice. Option B, C, and D are incorrect as they are not positively related to core self-evaluation.

Question 9

Which of the following is true about job satisfaction?
A) Progressive organizations do not care about the well-being of employees.
B) Job satisfaction cannot be changed.
C) Job satisfaction is not positively related with performance.
D) Job satisfaction is related to other work-related attitudes

Accepted Answer

Job satisfaction is related to other work-related attitudes such as motivation, commitment, and employee engagement. It has been found that employees who are satisfied with their jobs are more likely to perform better and be more committed to the organization. Therefore, it is important for organizations to focus on improving job satisfaction. Option A is incorrect because progressive organizations value and prioritize employee well-being. Option B is incorrect because job satisfaction can be improved through various interventions. Option C is incorrect because there is a positive correlation between job satisfaction and performance.

Question 10

Which of the following responses to job dissatisfaction occurs when employees can discuss their dissatisfaction with their supervisor, making suggestions for improvement?
A) voice
B) loyalty
C) neglect
D) exit

Accepted Answer

The response described in the question is "voice," which is when employees express their job dissatisfaction to their supervisor and make suggestions for improvement. Loyalty refers to employees choosing to stay with their current employer despite job dissatisfaction, neglect refers to employees reducing their effort and engagement at work due to dissatisfaction, and exit refers to employees leaving the organization altogether.

Question 11

Wanda realizes she has grown dissatisfied with her job. She is active by nature, but is so dissatisfied she will be destructive in her response. Which reaction will she likely demonstrate?
A) voice
B) exit
C) neglect
D) loyalty

Accepted Answer

The answer of Wanda realizes she has grown dissatisfied with...

Question 12

According to research, what is the average correlation between job performance and job satisfaction?
A) 0.8
B) 0.4
C) 0.2
D) no correlation

Accepted Answer

The average correlation between job performance and job satisfaction is generally found to be around 0.3, but given the options, 0.2 (C) is the closest. This indicates a positive but weak relationship.

Question 13

Research has suggested the strongest relationship to overall job satisfaction is satisfaction with which of the following job facets?
A) the work itself
B) pay
C) promotion opportunities
D) coworkers

Accepted Answer

Research consistently shows that job satisfaction is strongly related to satisfaction with the work itself. This includes factors such as the level of challenge, meaningfulness of the tasks, and sense of achievement associated with the job. While pay and promotion opportunities can be important factors in job satisfaction, they typically have a weaker relationship to overall job satisfaction compared to satisfaction with the work itself. The relationship with coworkers can also influence job satisfaction, but is not typically the strongest factor.

Question 14

Employees who are highly paid are ______.
A) generally dissatisfied with their job
B) just as satisfied as lower paid employees
C) more satisfied than lower paid employees
D) less satisfied than lower paid employees

Accepted Answer

The answer of Employees who are highly paid are ______.
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Question 15

Tim realizes he has grown dissatisfied with his job. He wants to be active and constructive in his response. Which response is he likely to choose?
A) loyalty
B) exit
C) neglect
D) voice

Accepted Answer

Tim's desire to be active and constructive in his response suggests that he is not willing to simply ignore or tolerate the situation (neglect) or walk away from the job (exit). While loyalty may be an option, it may not necessarily address his dissatisfaction. Choosing the voice option would allow Tim to express his concerns and work towards finding solutions to improve his job satisfaction.

Question 16

Brian realizes that measuring overall job satisfaction is important, but he is not sure why he should assess facet-specific measures of job satisfaction. Brian should know______.
A) that if employees are satisfied with their job in general, then they are satisfied with all parts of the job
B) that he will have a better understanding of employee attitudes about all aspects of their jobs
C) that whether they are satisfied or not is irrelevant to workplace outcomes
D) that satisfaction is interesting, but unimportant to employee well-being or performance

Accepted Answer

Assessing facet-specific measures of job satisfaction can help Brian gain a better understanding of the specific areas in which employees are satisfied or dissatisfied. This information can then be used to make targeted improvements to the work environment, potentially leading to increased employee well-being and performance. Option A is incorrect as it assumes that job satisfaction is a global construct, when in reality it can vary across different facets of the job. Options C and D are also incorrect as they underestimate the importance of job satisfaction in relation to workplace outcomes and employee well-being.

Question 17

Which of the following is true about job satisfaction?
A) It shows how positive an employee is regarding their home life.
B) It is viewed as the only part of a person's reaction to their life resulting in happiness.
C) It is important even if not directly related to job performance.
D) It has only been studied in U.S.-based organizations.

Accepted Answer

Job satisfaction is important for various reasons, including improving employee retention, reducing absenteeism, and enhancing overall productivity. It is also important to note that job satisfaction can be influenced by factors outside of the workplace, such as personal life and relationships. Additionally, there have been studies on job satisfaction conducted in various countries, not just in the United States.

Question 18

Which of the following responses to job dissatisfaction occurs when the employee allows the situation to get worse and may be late or absent from work and put in less effort on the job?
A) loyalty
B) exit
C) neglect
D) voice

Accepted Answer

Neglect occurs when an employee is dissatisfied with their job but does not actively seek to resolve the issue. Instead, they may become apathetic towards their work and put in less effort, be late or absent from work, and generally allow the situation to worsen.

Question 19

Which of the following responses to job dissatisfaction occurs when the employee can search for another job and leave?
A) loyalty
B) exit
C) voice
D) neglect

Accepted Answer

Exit is the response to job dissatisfaction where the employee can search for another job and leave the organization. Loyalty refers to staying with the organization despite dissatisfaction. Voice involves speaking up and expressing concerns to try and make changes. Neglect refers to reducing effort and commitment towards work without actively seeking to leave the organization.

Question 20

A review of cross-cultural research on job satisfaction concluded that______.
A) satisfaction is dramatically different in countries outside the United States.
B) satisfaction is unrelated to performance in countries outside the United States.
C) satisfaction is unrelated to withdrawal behaviors in countries outside the United States.
D) satisfaction is similar in countries outside the United States.

Accepted Answer

The review concludes that satisfaction is similar in countries outside the United States.

Quiz 4: Attitudes and Job Satisfaction

Which of the following is a response to job dissatisfaction?

What is defined as fundamental premises that individuals hold about themselves and their functioning in the world?

Which of the following responses to job dissatisfaction occurs when the employee can wait for the situation to improve, showing trust in the management to address the dissatisfaction in time?

Which of the following is defined as a pleasurable or positive emotional state resulting from the appraisal of one's job or job experience?

Sherry pays all of her employees a salary that is well above what is needed to live comfortably in the United States. Sherry should know which of the following about the relationship between income and job satisfaction?

Theo realizes he has grown dissatisfied with his job. He is generally passive but constructive. Which reaction will he likely show?

In general, how do most people feel about their jobs?

Research has shown core self-evaluation has been positively related to ______.

Which of the following is true about job satisfaction?

Which of the following responses to job dissatisfaction occurs when employees can discuss their dissatisfaction with their supervisor, making suggestions for improvement?

Wanda realizes she has grown dissatisfied with her job. She is active by nature, but is so dissatisfied she will be destructive in her response. Which reaction will she likely demonstrate?

According to research, what is the average correlation between job performance and job satisfaction?

Research has suggested the strongest relationship to overall job satisfaction is satisfaction with which of the following job facets?

Employees who are highly paid are ______.

Tim realizes he has grown dissatisfied with his job. He wants to be active and constructive in his response. Which response is he likely to choose?

Brian realizes that measuring overall job satisfaction is important, but he is not sure why he should assess facet-specific measures of job satisfaction. Brian should know______.

Which of the following is true about job satisfaction?

Which of the following responses to job dissatisfaction occurs when the employee allows the situation to get worse and may be late or absent from work and put in less effort on the job?

Which of the following responses to job dissatisfaction occurs when the employee can search for another job and leave?

A review of cross-cultural research on job satisfaction concluded that______.