BA/WS Chapter 1 Quiz (100%)

The economic strength of an organization plays an insignificant role in its ability to invest in diversity initiatives that promote equity for women.

False

Women are better decision-makers under stress than men, and they know it. In general, successful women tend to be arrogant and overconfident.

False

The most comprehensive survey finds that women occupy less than 1/5 of senior leadership positions across the public and private sectors. Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE?

In business, women have almost reached parity in the corporate suite.

A culture of equal opportunity is important to attract, retain, and motivate the most qualified women.

True

More than two thirds of African-American women, Asians, and Latinas, believe that diversity policies have failed to address racial bias, and a wide array of research finds a basis for this perception.

True

Women are more likely than men to engage in leadership that stresses inspiring and enabling followers to contribute to the organization.

True

Which of the following does not signal a credible commitment to equal opportunity for women?

groupthink

Which of the following traits is not traditionally viewed as masculine?

interpersonal skills

A transformational leadership style has obvious advantages for women. Which of the following is not one of the advantages?

it lends itself well to an autocratic approach

Men and women in comparable jobs desire leadership opportunities equally. Which following statement is not true?

many more mid-or senior-level men want to reach top management than do women