OB- example Mid-term

What does Organizational Behaviour (OB) primarily study?

• Individual behaviour within an organization

• Group behaviour within an organization

• Organizational structure and processes

• All of them

------------------is defined as the ability to manage oneself and interact with others in mature and constructive ways.

• Emotional intelligence
• Self-esteem

• Locus of control

• Personality

Which of the following is NOT an example of an extrinsic reward?

• Promotions

• Changes in Status/Title

• Meaningful Work

• Flexible Schedules

Which term refers to the shared values, beliefs, and norms that influence how individuals and groups interact within an organization?

• Leadership

• Power

• Diversity

• Culture

What is the primary purpose of the Johari Window?

• To improve communication and self-awareness

• To develop effective leadership styles

• To understand individual personality traïts

• To analyze group dynamics

What is a key principle of positive psychology?

• Positive psychology only studies the negative impact of traumatic events.

• Positive psychology focuses on identifying and promoting human strengths and virtues.

• Positive psychology focuses on analyzing the roots of psychological problems.

• Positive psychology focuses on treating severe mental disorders.

What is a primary focus of emotional intelligence in the workplace?

• Believing emotions have no impact on work performance.

• Ignoring emotions during team meetings.

• Understanding and managing one's own emotions and those of others in the workplace.

• Suppressing emotions to maintain professionalism.

Which are aspects of Extroversion?

• Outgoing, talkative, sociable

• Trusting, good natured, cooperative

• Imaginative, curious, broadminded

• Dependable, responsible, persistent

 

Which is affinity bias?

• Tendency to favor individuals who share similar interest, values, characteristics with oneself

• When a positive impression of someone in one aspect influences perceptions of that person in other unrelated areas

• Comparing individuals against others rather than evaluating them independently

• Where people seek out those who share their backgrounds, group membership, or experiences

Answer explanation

Affinity bias is about connecting with people who share your background or experiences. Whereas similarity bias, is just about having things in common.