Exercise of Chapter-1 (Cyberloafing)

What is cyberloafing?

• Engaging in personal activities during work hours

• Working diligently on office tasks

• Taking breaks to relax and recharge

• Participating in team-building activities

How much time do US workers spend on cyberloafing per day?

• Less than 1%

• Around 5%

• Approximately 10%

• More than 15%

What is the estimated cost of cyberloafing to employers annually?

• Up to $10 billion

• Around $25 billion

• Approximately $50 billion

• Up to $85 billion

What is the common perception of cyberloafing?

• A sign of laziness

• A productive use of time

• A way to improve job satisfaction

• A strategy to manage workplace stress

How does social media use at work affect employee engagement and job satisfaction?

• It has no impact

• It decreases engagement and satisfaction

• It increases engagement and satisfaction

• It depends on the type of social media used

Why do employees engage in cyberloafing?

• To avoid work responsibilities

• To challenge their superiors

• To cope with workplace stress

• To impress their colleagues

What was the purpose of the study conducted by the author and colleagues?

• To discourage cyberloafing behavior

• To investigate the impact of cyberloafing on job performance

• To explore the relationship between cyberloafing and workplace stress

• To develop interventions for cyberloafing prevention

How many university students participated in the study?

• Less than 100

• Around 150

• Approximately 200

• More than 250

What did the study find about mistreated workers who cyberloaf?

• They have lower job satisfaction

• They are more likely to quit their jobs

• They experience higher levels of stress

• They have better coping mechanisms

What percentage of participants reported spending time cyberloafing at work?

• Less than 25%

• Around 40%

• Approximately 55%

• More than 65%