Which of the following, if true, would most strengthen Lisa's stance?
A) Steve's role is a specialized role and requires skills that are hard to find in the market.
B) Research indicates that dissatisfied employees cause incremental losses as a result of reduced productivity.
C) Steve's manager says that the department is understaffed and cannot function optimally without Steve's role.
D) Most of the employees at RComm do not share Steve's views about the organizational culture and work processes.
E) The industry is demanding and high turnover rates are common across companies.
Question 2Which of the following characterizes the efforts of Christians who hold to an exclusive identity?
A) the desire to live a life that is relevant to those in the larger culture
B) the desire to change the larger culture so that it represents their understanding of Christian values
C) a desire to incorporate the best in surrounding culture into their lives
D) a desire to live a distinctive life defined by the faith community
E) a desire to blend in with the cultural practices of the world
Question 3Which of the following should a company follow when conducting orientations for new employees?
A) The orientation must be limited to familiarizing the employee with the work environment.
B) The first specific orientation must be conducted by the primary supervisor.
C) An orientation is a routine HR process that may be conducted by any higher-level manager.
D) An orientation may be taken at different points in the course of employment.
E) As the orientation has no significant bearing on the company's costs or retention rates, it can be dispensed with.
Question 4Kevin is a manager who believes that those who are to be affected by a change must be involved in the change.
Consequently, he always ensures that his subordinates have full knowledge of what is happening around them and often holds meetings to obtain employee opinion and suggestions before making any decision that would apply to them. Kevin follows the ________ style of leadership.
A) participative
B) autocratic
C) task-oriented
D) achievement-oriented
E) directive
Question 5Which of the following organizations fulfils the creating role of management?
A) Jameson Inc. is a construction firm that specializes in residential constructions.
B) The Fortitude School inculcates values that will benefit children in later life.
C) JYG is a transportation and distribution firm that operates along the east coast of the country.
D) Jake runs a repair shop for all types of automobiles and bikes.
E) BLC is a hospice that provides special care for terminally ill patients and their families.
Question 6According to the path-goal theory of leadership, ________ leaders show concern for the needs of workers by showing personal interest in their welfare and being friendly toward them.
A) task-oriented
B) autocratic
C) supportive
D) achievement-oriented
E) directive