Exam 2: The Leadership Imperative

A) All trait theories of leadership have been shown to be flawed and worthless.
B) All trait theories of leadership have been shown to be superior to other leadership theories.
C) Though trait theories of leadership are flawed, some traits, like self-awareness, can accurately predict who the best leaders are.
D) Though trait theories of leadership are flawed, some traits, like extroversion and intelligence, can accurately predict who the best leaders are.

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A) Everyone does it.
B) If I don't do it, I'll get fired.
C) My boss told me to do it.
D) The ends fail to justify the means.

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A) Optimism is a trait, so it would be located "below the water line."
B) Optimism is a skill, so it would be located "above the water line."
C) Optimism is a trait, so it would be located "above the water line."
D) Optimism is a motive, so it would be located "below the water line."

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A) Geraldo should focus on his cognitive competencies; the skills that help him identify and recognize patterns.
B) Geraldo should work on his technical competencies; the skills that help him use tools common in his industry.
C) Geraldo should work on his relational competencies; the skills that help him deal with people.
D) Geraldo should work on his self-concept; which includes attitudes, values, and self-image.

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A) maintain a constant leadership style; place the leader in a variety of different situations
B) change their leadership style; match a leader's style to the situation
C) maintain a constant leadership style; make the followers change their style
D) change their leadership style; make the followers change their style

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A) failing to report a crime because you don't want to get involved
B) failing to report a crime because you are too busy
C) failing to report a crime because you could implicate people you know
D) failing to report a crime because you fear retaliation from the perpetrator

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A) define and label ethical goals
B) develop programs that address issues of ethical leadership
C) propose laws governing corporate ethical leadership
D) refuse compensation to employees suspected of using unethical practices

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A) legitimate power, expert power, and referent power
B) legitimate power, expert power, and coercive power
C) legitimate power, reward power, and coercive power
D) expert power, reward power, and coercive power

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A) an opportunity
B) a disruption
C) a necessary evil
D) a threat

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A) coercive power
B) legitimate power
C) referent power
D) inherent power

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A) the ability to trade
B) valuable rewards
C) the threat of punishment
D) the power of persuasion

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