For an individual to exercise expert power in an organization, he/she most likely also has:
A) charisma power.
B) social influence power.
C) expert power.
D) legitimate power.
Question 2Our human nature is to not accept or approach anything that's different from us.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 3Groups made up of employees connected by some common dimension of diversity are known as ________.
A) employee work councils
B) employee resource groups
C) employee assistance teams
D) employee care programs
Question 4Executives at Macromix have initiated a diversity skills training program to educate employees about the importance of diversity at the workplace. Which of the following should be the first step to be implemented in the program?
A) making employees aware of the assumptions and biases they may have
B) teaching people specific skills on how to communicate effectively with their fellow employees
C) increasing employees' sensitivity and openness to those who are different from them
D) training employees on how to work effectively in a diverse work environment
Question 5If Joe is more of a manager than a leader in his company, he would tend to:
A) create the organization's mission rather than implement it.
B) formulate strategy rather than create the strategic vision.
C) establish direction for the company rather than monitor its progress.
D) All of these.
Question 6George hates Jean because she got his promotion; now he wants to get even. This is an example of what cause of conflict?
A) Grudges
B) Malevolent attributions
C) Destructive criticism
D) Distrust
Question 7Nora has just informed her employer that she is expecting her second child. Her employer immediately moved her to a position of less responsibility and pay and less physical activity. This action is ________.
A) allowed under the Pregnancy Act
B) illegal under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
C) illegal under the Pregnancy Act
D) illegal under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Question 8Which of the following legislations gives individuals the right to sue for punitive damages?
A) Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
B) Civil Rights Act of 1991
C) Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009
D) Mandatory Retirement Act of 1978
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