Description : The major benefit of having employees participate in goal setting is: (a) That it provides the company with greater financial stability. (b) That it appears to induce employees to accomplish more difficult ... type of system. (d) That it provides more time for management to pursue other activities.
Last Answer : (b) That it appears to induce employees to accomplish more difficult goals and tasks.
Description : Strategy implementation is often considered to be the most difficult stage in the Strategic Management process because it requires personal discipline, commitment and sacrifice
Last Answer : True
Description : By what measures can we significantly reduce the impact of disasters on our people? a. Better planning b. Preparedness awareness c. Mitigation measures d. All the above
Last Answer : d. All the above
Description : Market research is needed for _____________ 1. choosing the right sales persons 2. Choosing the right products 3. Making proper marketing decisions 4. Deciding the sales incentives 5. None of these
Last Answer : Making proper marketing decisions
Description : Management's attitude toward aggressive financial reporting and its emphasis on meeting projected profit goals most likely would significantly influence an entity's control environment when a. External ... d. The audit committee is active in overseeing the entity's financial reporting policies
Last Answer : Management is dominated by one individual who is also a shareholder
Description : Alfie Kohn suggests that for people to be motivated it is only necessary to provide the right : (a) Incentives ; (b) Rewards ; (c) Environment ; (d) Compensation
Last Answer : ; (c) Environment ;
Description : The jackpot on a gaming machine has not 'dropped' for several weeks. Believing that the payout is imminent, a gambler feeds coins steadily to the machine. What does this behavior ... ) A display of overconfidence (c) Decision making under uncertainty ; (d) Changing subjective probabilities
Last Answer : (a) Escalation of commitment ;
Description : Vroom and Yetton s contingency model of leadership is based on certain aspects of a leader s decision, they are (a) decision quality (b) decision acceptance (c) both of the above (d ... and decision acceptance refers to the motivation and commitment of group members in implementing the decision.]
Last Answer : (c) both of the above
Description : Collaborating is the preferred conflict-handling orientation: (a) to build social credits for later issues. ; (b) in emergencies. ; (c) to gain consensus and commitment. ; (d) when an issue is trivial.
Last Answer : (c) to gain consensus and commitment. ;
Description : The demand for many industrial products for which a price increase or decrease will not significantly affect the demand is 1. elastic 2. inelastic 3. derived 4. joint 5. none of these
Last Answer : inelastic
Description : The demand for many industrial products for which a price increase or decrease will not significantly affect the demand is: A)elastic B)inelastic C)derived D)joint
Last Answer : B)inelastic
Description : Which of the following statements is considered a disadvantage of the straight commission compensation method? A)It necessitates closer supervision of a salesperson's activities. B)It may be difficult to administer. C)Selling costs are less predictable. D)It provides no incentives.
Last Answer : C)Selling costs are less predictable.
Description : Which of these factors would be co d be considered when making a lo ng a location decision at the region/community level? a. government government rules, attitudes, attitudes ... zoning restrictions restrictions d. environmental environmental impact issues e. proximity to raw materials and customers
Last Answer : e. proximity to raw materials and customers
Description : And we needed financial incentives for companies to make wooden arrow heads why?
Last Answer : answer:Apparently, in Oregon the children are missing out on the great sport of bow hunting because of the additional $.39 being added on to the cost of an arrow. This was inserted on ... like this is repealing part of the Pittman-Robertson Act which was intended to benefit wildlife preservation.
Description : How did ashoka’s commitment to Buddhism impact the Mauryan Empire?
Last Answer : As a Buddhist emperor, Ashoka believed that Buddhism is beneficial for all human beings, as well as animals and plants, so he built a number of stupas. He also well spread Buddhism to neighboring kingdoms.
Description : A strategic decision can be distinguished from other types of decisions by three factors, these are magnitude, time-scale and: A. Commitment B. Riskiness C. Impact D. Longevity
Last Answer : Riskiness
Description : If the energy input is significantly reduced to the prime mover of one shipboard alternator operating in parallel with others, that alternator will _____________. A. continue to operate at no load B. lose ... overspeed C. begin to motorize and then trip out D. slow down and operate at reduced load
Last Answer : Answer: C
Description : Would you choose to have elective surgery that could drastically improve your life, yet significantly impact your appearance and lifestyle?
Last Answer : I think that I would try the implant so you can see what difference it makes in your life. To your temperament. To your experience of the world around you. If you elected not to attach the device, you could.
Description : Magnitude of earthquake indicates amount of a) Vibrations per second b) Vibrations per minute c) Oscillations d) Energy released
Last Answer : d) Energy released
Description : Various moderating variables determine whether a manager will act in an ethical or unethical manner. Which of the following individual characteristics indicates the degree to which people believe they are masters of their own fate? (a) Perception ; (b) Value ; (c) Attitude ; (d) Locus of Control
Last Answer : (d) Locus of Control
Description : The ______ view of conflict argues that conflict indicates a malfunctioning within the group. (a) human relations ; (b) interactionist ; (c) traditional ; (d) functional
Last Answer : (c) traditional ;
Description : Which one of the following is not part of the traditional view of conflict? (a) inevitable ; (b) must be avoided ; (c) indicates malfunctioning ; (d) harmful
Last Answer : (a) inevitable ;
Description : The traditional view of conflict argues that conflict: (a) cannot be avoide(d) (b) indicates a malfunctioning within the group. (c) is good for a group. (d) improves productivity.
Last Answer : (b) indicates a malfunctioning within the group.
Description : Research participants must give what before they can participate in a study? a. Guidelines b. A commitment c. Informed consent d. Private information
Last Answer : c. Informed consent
Description : This statement does not apply to ’Organizational Goals’ A. An observable and measurable end result B. 1 to 3 year, action statement C. Company philosophy D. S.M.A.R.T
Last Answer : Company philosophy
Description : What does Strategy describe? A. The general direction in which an organization plans to move to attain its goals B. Framework for managerial decisions C. Leveraging strengths to gain competitive advantage D. All of these options
Last Answer : All of these options
Description : The means by which long-term objectives will be achieved are a. mission statements b. strategies. c. vision statements. d. long-term goals
Last Answer : strategies
Description : In the Exploring Strategy Model, what Heading is used to cover Environment, Capability, Goals and Culture ? A. Strategic Planning B. Strategic Choices C. Strategy in Action D. Strategic Position
Last Answer : Strategic Position
Description : The means by which long-term objectives achieved are --------------- : A. Mission statements B. Strategies C. Vision statements D. long-term goals
Last Answer : Strategies
Description : Strategic Mission ------------------ : A. Is a statement of a Firm's unique purpose & scope of Operations B. Is an internally focused affirmation of the Organizational, Societal and Ethical ... the Co. intends to compete D. Is developed by a Firm before the Firm develops it's Strategic Intent
Last Answer : Is a statement of a Firm’s unique purpose & scope of Operations
Description : Which of the following is the best explanation of business process reengineering? A. Redesigning the organizational structure of a business B. Redesigning workflow C. Redesigning products D. Transformation of business processes for more effective achievement of business goals
Last Answer : D. Transformation of business processes for more effective achievement of business goals
Description : What sort of goals does Management By Objectives (MBO) emphasize? (a) Tangible, verifiable and measurable ; (b) Achievable, controllable and profitable (c) Challenging, emotional and constructive ; (d) Hierarchical, attainable and effective
Last Answer : (a) Tangible, verifiable and measurable ;
Description : -------------- is the planning and implementing of organizational systems and practices that maximize the potential of employees to contribute to organizational goals and develop their capabilities unhindered ... group. (a) Managing Diversity ; (b) Anthropology ; (d) Bureaucracy ; (d) Remuneration
Last Answer : (a) Managing Diversity ;
Description : A ___________ refers to the authority and responsibility for achieving the major goals of the Organization. (a) Line position ; (b) Staff position ; (c) Line authority ; (d) None of the given options
Last Answer : (a) Line position ;
Description : Leadership can _______ subordinates to help the organization achieve its goals. (a) Motivate ; (b) Communicate ; (c) Direct ; (d) All of the above
Last Answer : (d) All of the above
Description : __________ is the process of using the resources and personnel of an organization in an orderly way to achieve the objectives and long-term goals of the organization. (a) Planning ; (b) Organizing ; (c) Leading ; (c) Controlling
Last Answer : (b) Organizing ;
Description : GAP analysis: (a) Is a planning approach for determining where an organization as today. (b) Is a planning approach for determining how an organization will reach its goals. (c) Provides a diagram showing a company's present momentum and its potential. (d) All of the above.
Last Answer : (d) All of the above.
Description : Which of the following functions or activities requires recruiting and placing qualified personnel needed for the organization so that it may achieve its objectives and goals? (a) Planning ; (b) Staffing ; (c) Organizing ; (c) Controlling
Last Answer : (b) Staffing ;
Description : The decision making model which emphasises that organisations contain diverse interest groups who will bargain about goals and alternative actions, often with incomplete information is known as the ... model ; (c) Administrative or incremental model ; (d) Computational and rational model
Last Answer : (b) Political model ;
Description : Challenging goals usually lead to __________ performance from individuals and groups. (a) Higher ; (b) Lower ; (c) Excellent ; (d) None of the Above
Last Answer : (a) Higher ;
Description : The belief that a firm's obligation goes beyond that required by law and economics, and includes a pursuit of long-term goals that are good for society is known as: (a) Social responsiveness ; (b) Ethical responsibility ; (c) Social responsibility ; (d) Social obligation
Last Answer : (c) Social responsibility ;
Description : Management by objectives emphasizes participatively setting goals that are: (a) General in nature. ; (b) Easy to attain. ; (c) Easy to create and develop. (d) Tangible, verifiable, and measurable.
Last Answer : (d) Tangible, verifiable, and measurable.
Description : Which of the following is not a conflict resolution technique? (a) superordinate goals ; (b) appointing a devil’s advocate ; (c) avoidance ; (d) authoritative command
Last Answer : (b) appointing a devil’s advocate ;
Description : Attempting to find a win-win solution that allows both parties‟ goals to be completely achieved and seeking a conclusion that incorporates the valid insights of both parties is an example of which conflicthandling intention? (a) collaborating ; (b) accommodating ; (c) avoiding ; (d) competing
Last Answer : (a) collaborating ;
Description : Conflict that relates to the content and goals of the work is termed _____ conflict. (a) explicit ; (b)task ; (c) relationship ; (d) process
Last Answer : (b)task ;
Description : Conflict is functional if it: (a) supports the goals of the group. (b) is satisfying to the individual members of the group. (c) causes group members to argue. ; (d) causes turnover.
Last Answer : (a) supports the goals of the group.
Description : _____ conflict supports the goals of the group and improves its performance. (a) Formal ; (b) Informal ; (c) Functional ; (d) Dysfunctional
Last Answer : (c) Functional ;