Question

Question 13 (2 points)

When there is a high LMX relationship, the leader is MORE likely to ________.

Question 13 options:

	A) understand the subordinate's problems and needs
	B) provide detailed instructions to the subordinate
	C) monitor the subordinate's performance frequently
	D) give the subordinate easy assignments to do

Question 14 (2 points)

After a manager makes an external attribution for weak performance by a subordinate, what is the LEAST likely response by the manager?

Question 14 options:

	A) remove obstacles
	B) increase incentives
	C) provide more resources
	D) simplify the task

Question 15 (2 points)

Which of the following is a cognitive strategy for self-management?

Question 15 options:

	A) positive self-talk
	B) self-reward
	C) cue modification
	D) self-monitoring

Question 16 (2 points)

Studies on how managers perceive poor performance by a subordinate find that they are MOST likely to ________.

Question 16 options:

	A) attribute the cause to bad luck or random, unpredictable events
	B) attribute the cause to external factors such as insufficient resources
	C) attribute the cause to internal factors such as motivation or ability
	D) make an accurate assessment of the cause of poor performance

Question 17 (2 points)

________ are brief, intense reactions to an event or person, whereas ________ are longer, less intense, and are not focused on a specific event or person.

Question 17 options:

	A) Moods; emotions
	B) Emotions; moods
	C) Effects; affects
	D) Affects; effects

Question 18 (2 points)

How are managers MOST likely to interpret the reasons for effective performance?

Question 18 options:

	A) Internal attributions are made for effective performance by subordinates.
	B) External attributions are made for effective performance by subordinates.
	C) Internal attributions are made for high LMX members and external attributions are made for low LMX members.
	D) External attributions are made for high LMX members and internal attributions are made for low LMX members.

Question 19 (2 points)

What is the basis for establishing a high-quality exchange relationship?

Question 19 options:

	A) the leader's experience as a subordinate in a similar role
	B) the leader's control over outcomes that are desirable to the subordinate
	C) the subordinate's desire to eventually ascend to the leader's role
	D) the subordinate's control over outcomes that are undesirable to peers

Question 20 (2 points)

When is a leader MOST likely to be viewed as highly effective?

Question 20 options:

	A) The leader makes major changes in strategy and performance slowly improves.
	B) The leader makes no changes in strategy and performance remains high.
	C) The leader makes major changes in strategy and performance rapidly improves.
	D) The leader makes small changes in strategy and performance slowly improves.

Question 21 (2 points)

Leader-member exchange relationships ________.

Question 21 options:

	A) develop gradually over time
	B) are dictated solely by the subordinate's position
	C) form immediately
	D) usually devolve over time

Question 22 (2 points)

Subordinate ratings of LMX are strongly influenced by ________.

Question 22 options:

	A) how supportive and fair the subordinate is with the leader
	B) judgments about the subordinate's competence and dependability
	C) judgments about the leader's competence and dependability
	D) how supportive and fair the leader is with the subordinate

Question 23 (2 points)

Which statement about implicit leadership theories is NOT accurate?

Question 23 options:

	A) Implicit theories influence a person's evaluation of leaders.
	B) Implicit theories are seldom found in people who are intelligent.
	C) Implicit theories can result in biased ratings of a leader's behavior.
	D) Implicit theories usually involve assumptions about effective leadership.

Question 24 (2 points)

Which of the following is a suggested guideline for followers?

Question 24 options:

	A) Verify the accuracy of information you provide to the leader.
	B) Get approval from the boss before taking action to resolve problems.
	C) Point out when a leader is being defensive about suggestions.
	D) Follow rules and standard procedures to avoid any blame for problems.

Question 25 (2 points)

________ events are often described as the "daily hassles and uplifts."

Question 25 options:

	A) Affective
	B) Ingratiation
	C) Implicit
	D) Self-promotional

Answer 1

QUES. 13        B) provide detailed instructions to the subordinate

Previous research shows that better LMX results in more resources being available to subordinates. Employees in a mobile phone company with better LMX, characterized by a high level of mutual trust, were more willing to share their knowledge.

QUES  14     A) remove obstacles

The manager will most likely to remove the problems that the subordinate is facing.

QUES 15          A) positive self-talk   

One needs to talk to self or to any friend or partner to openly discuss the issue, which will be helpful.

QUES  16    D) make an accurate assessment of the cause of poor performance

According to the leader attribution model, the leader has firstly found the true cause of poor performance.