Human Behavior in Organization Long Quiz

Which of the following is not typically a driver of organizational change?

• People

• Technology

• Personal Preferences

• Information Processing

Who introduced the three-step model of change in organizations?

• Fred Fiedler

• Kurt Lewin

• Max Weber

• Chris Argyris

In Fiedler's theory, 'LPC' stands for:

• Leader-Preferred Control

• Least-Prominent Character

• Leader Position Context

• Least-Preferred Co-worker

When followers have high readiness, what leadership style should be used according to Hersey and Blanchard?

• Telling

• Selling

• Delegating

• Participating

What is a key feature of the continuous change model?

• Focuses on freezing behavior

• Encourages stability

• Promotes ongoing adjustment

• Involves a one-time effort

Which statement best describes charismatic leadership?

• Based on structure and rewards

• Relies on authority alone

• Built on inspiration and personal influence

• Dependent on technical skills

According to the path-goal theory, a supportive leader is most helpful when:

• Tasks are clear and structured

• Work is stressful or unpleasant

• Subordinates have all the resources

• The leader is in full control

What is the main focus of organizational development (OD)?

• Cost-cutting measures

• Improving systems through behavioral science

• Streamlining physical resources

• Enforcing strict hierarchy

In teams with mixed levels of readiness, what is the best leadership approach?

• Assign random tasks

• Let employees choose their leader

• Use a single leadership style

• Adapt style to each team member

A company using digital tools to respond to competition is showing:

• Internal dysfunction

• Reactive external change

• Cultural adaptation

• Structural resistance