Because it leads to workers feeling more effective, empowerment contributes to intrinsic motivation.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 2Judy's credibility is diminished because she often says one thing, but does another. Judy is guilty of ________.
A) semantics errors
B) distortion information
C) emotional communication
D) sending mixed signals
Question 3Creative problem solving when not at your best often works because when you are fatigued, the mind increases its filtering mechanisms thereby screening out ineffective ideas.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 4Who among the following pioneered the field of scientific management?
A) Peter Drucker
B) Mary Parker Follett
C) Max Weber
D) F.W. Taylor
E) Robert Owen
Question 5Learning only takes place when it leads to an immediate change in behavior.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 6Bobby experiences a greater sense of self-efficacy and ownership of his jobs when he shares power with management in relation to his job.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 7A practical way of overcoming the potential communication barrier created by semantics is to ________.
A) emphasize nonverbal communication over verbal communication
B) carefully explain the meaning of potentially ambiguous terms
C) avoid almost all words with more than two syllables
D) rely more on written than spoken messages
Question 8Kate, a human resources specialist, wants to convince her boss, Quentin, to begin a program of pet health insurance for employees. Kate sends a self-centered message when she says to Quentin, ________
A) I have a plan to boost employee morale.
B) My plan will save the lives of many pets.
C) You will make me a company hero if you accept my plan.
D) My research shows that pet insurance is a winner.
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