Chapter 1

Which of the following is true about OB A. It goes beyond common sense B. Requires adherence to common practices C. Depends on solid common sense D. It relies on strong time management skills.

A

Dependence on hindsight, lack of rigor, and being overly subjective are all elements of

Common sense

The ability to motivate employees in deferent ways, provide useful feedback, and manage productive teams are all aspects of a managers performance, and doing these things will give managers....

Credibility

Widespread corporate corruption has led to which two?

Destruction of lives Bankrupting if companies

Eradicating or getting rid of the situation that is causing the problem is known as___________ problems

Dissolving

Choosing among available options is not always a pure choice between right and wrong, which means that sometimes in faves a (n)

Ethinical dilemma

Which of the following are important to consider when selecting alternative solutions? Necessary resources Who will be the supporters Your salary and benefits Who will be resisters

Necessary resources Who will be supporters Who will be resisters

Cited which of the following is the strongest predictor if student cheating?

Peer behavior

To solve problems effectively, it is important to consider necessary____________, such as people who will provide support

Resources

OB uses both a systematic and ___________ approach to understanding people

Science- based

In choosing among alternatives to qualify a solution a person is focusing on _________ if he or she considered such things as ethical implications, personal values, profits, and/or company reputation.

Selection criteria

OB concepts can be applied to the problem-__________ process to overcome challenges and improve your performance

Solving Step 1: define the problem Step 2: indemnify causes Step 3: make recommendations

T or F: careers can be tarnished by the unethical behavior of others

True

What's true about selecting problem-solving solutions?

You should have consider various constraints before making a decision. (on time, money, your own authority, and information)

T or F: most illegal unethical acts are prosecuted.

False

T or F: working for an unethical business will not cause you problems as long as you conduct yourself in an ethical manner.

False