Question

Which is the LEAST accurate statement about the outcomes of leadership actions?

Question 1 options:

	A) Help the parties find an integrative solution.
	B) Help the weaker party get what it needs.
	C) Suggest an equal division of the benefits.
	D) Play the stakeholders off against each other.

Question 2 (2 points)

Which is NOT a major obstacle in evaluating ethical leadership for individual leaders?

Question 2 options:

	A) lack of interest in ethical leadership among scholars
	B) the subjectivity inherent in the selection of criteria
	C) cultural differences in standards of ethical behavior
	D) difficulty in determining if the ends justifies the means

Question 3 (2 points)

Behaviors that appear morally justifiable ________.

Question 3 options:

	A) are usually a screen to cancel unethical behavior
	B) cannot be used for ethical purposes
	C) can be used for unethical purposes
	D) are never used to justify unethical actions

Question 4 (2 points)

Ethical behavior is more likely to occur when the dominant concern for the leader is ________.

Question 4 options:

	A) acting consistent with internal values and ethical beliefs
	B) carrying out role expectations for the leadership position
	C) complying with the organization's formal rules and policies
	D) avoiding negative consequences for the person's career

Question 5 (2 points)

What is emphasized MORE in ethical leadership theories than in transformational leadership?

Question 5 options:

	A) leader values
	B) leader traits
	C) leader behaviors
	D) leader skills

Question 6 (2 points)

Which of the following statements about ethical leadership is true?

Question 6 options:

	A) There is waning interest in the study of ethical leadership.
	B) Even discussing ethical leadership causes some people to feel uneasy.
	C) There is some ethically neutral ground for theories of leadership.
	D) Theorists have reached consensus about the way to define and assess ethical leadership.

Question 7 (2 points)

It is easier to evaluate ethical leadership when the interests of the leader, the followers, and the organization ________.

Question 7 options:

	A) are incompatible
	B) can be achieved with risky actions
	C) require costly actions to attain
	D) are congruent

Question 8 (2 points)

Which of the following was NOT a recommendation for ethical leadership behavior?

Question 8 options:

	A) Encourage and recognize ethical behavior by followers.
	B) Set an example of ethical behavior in your own actions.
	C) Initiate discussions among followers about ethics and integrity.
	D) Stay neutral in political conflicts involving ethical issues.

Question 9 (2 points)

Which theory emphasizes the importance for leaders of helping people satisfy their dual needs for fellowship and transcendence?

Question 9 options:

	A) servant leadership
	B) authentic leadership
	C) transforming leadership
	D) spiritual leadership

Question 10 (2 points)

Behaviors commonly regarded as morally justifiable include ________.

Question 10 options:

	A) failing to observe the rules and standards one applies to others
	B) blaming others for one's mistakes
	C) using kindness to gain the trust of people who will later be exploited
	D) honoring promises and commitments

Question 11 (2 points)

Ethical behavior and integrity for a leader is MOST likely to result in ________.

Question 11 options:

	A) higher subordinate satisfaction and trust
	B) higher unit performance
	C) higher ratings for the leader by bosses
	D) less stress for the leader

Answer 1

Answering the first 4 sub-questions as HOMEWORKLIB Guidelines:

1. Leadership is required to act as a facilitator of the company as well as negotiation deals. The leaders playing stakeholders off against each other is not a relevant outcome of leadership actions as then the leadership interventions will get blocked. It is the role of leadership to come up with solutions and interventions to facilitate business and not act like a roadblock.

Answer: Option D

2. The subjectivity inherent in the selection of criteria is not considered to be a major obstacle in evaluating the ethical leadership for individual leaders. This is so because often the leaders have a generic assumption in the selection of criteria and hence rate of subjectivity will not matter much.

Answer: Option B

3. Behaviors that appear morally justifiable are never used to justify unethical actions. This is because the overall disposition of morally justifiable behavior and unethical actions is quite opposite of each other.

Answer: Option D

4. Ethical behavior is more likely to occur when the dominant concern for the leader is acting consistent with internal values and ethical beliefs. The actions of such a leader will be morally and ethically justified. No one can raise a claim of illegality against such a leader.

Answer: Option A