QUESTION Which of the following leader behaviors are used to mitigate frustrations and stress people feel during adaptive change? a. Maintain disciplined attention b. Conflict management c. Orientation d. Providing direction ANSWER: B, C, D
QUESTION Men were found to be more effective than women a. When in gender neutral leadership roles b. When in middle-management positions c. In military leadership positions d. In masculinized leadership positions ANSWER: C, D
QUESTION Research of which approach to authentic leadership was conducted using interviews of successful leaders? a. George’s practical model b. Luthans and Avolio’s practical model c. Luthans and Avolio’s theoretical model d. Walumbawa’s positive psychology model ANSWER: A
QUESTION What is the impact of a leader giving voice to an out-group member? a. It discourages in-group members to solve adaptive problems b. It helps out-group members know their interests are being recognized c. It creates disengagement of the in-group members d. It creates a more involved and engaged group inclusive of all members […]
QUESTION When women use negotiation tactics to promote themselves in obtaining leadership positions a. They are seen as unhirable b. They face greater social costs than men c. They are viewed positively by men d. They are typically successful ANSWER: A, B
QUESTION A disadvantage of path-goal theory is that its approach could foster subordinate dependency. a. True b. False ANSWER: TRUE
QUESTION Adaptive leadership is a complex process comprising which major dimensions? a. Adaptive work b. Situational challenges c. Leader behaviors d. Legitimate power ANSWER: A, B, C
QUESTION How do leaders identify adaptive challenges? a. When beliefs, attitudes, and values are part of the challenge b. When challenges stir up emotions c. When there is a clear solution to the problem d. When the problem is easily identified ANSWER: A, B
QUESTION In which of the following ways does empirical research support small differences in leadership styles and effectiveness between men and women? a. Women are less effective in leading than men b. Women are slightly more effective than men in more feminine leadership positions c. Men use more democratic and participatory styles than women d. […]
QUESTION Developmental experiences that help people achieve top leadership positions include a. Male bonding opportunities b. Nepotism c. Inclusion in key networks d. Effective mentoring relationships ANSWER: C, D