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1. Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the initial selection process?
A. Software is often used to prescreen candidates based on keyword matches between applications and the qualifications needed for the job.
B. Questions about race, gender, and nationality are allowed on the application.
C. Many employers will now search for candidates online through a general Internet search or through a targeted search on social networking sites.
D. The majority of companies conduct background checks.
E. Many organizations encourage applicants to apply online.
2. Which of the following is an example of an initial selection technique?
A. Drug test
B. Written tests
C. Interview
D. Performance test
E. Application form
3. In order to control ethical behavior without losing good employees, your company has just put in an anonymous tip line that employees can use to report unethical behavior without having to identify themselves and get in trouble. Which principle in creating a more ethical culture is the company using?
A. Be a visible role model.
B. Provide ethical training.
C. Visibly reward ethical acts.
D. Provide protective mechanisms.
E. Communicate ethical expectations.
4. Desiree was interviewing for a position as the new purchasing manager within her organization. As part of that process, the managers from other areas of the organization came together to hold an interview. This would be considered a(n) ________________.
A. unstructured interview
B. team-based interview
C. panel interview
D. process interview
E. preliminary interview
5. Which proactive step at managing change involves continuous growth as a part of culture?
A. Innovation
B. Movement
C. Process consultation
D. Creating a learning organization
E. Performing
6. Which of the following is advice that U.S. managers should practice in order to be more globally and culturally sensitive?
A. U.S. managers recognize that not all countries view profit maximization as a moral obligation for business organizations.
B. U.S. managers should talk a lot when conducting international business.
C. U.S. managers should focus on discussing religion and politics when conducting international business.
D. U.S. managers should talk in a loud tone of voice when conducting international business.
E. Management in home and satellite offices should agree on wellness plans and work-life balance initiatives.
7. Which of the following is TRUE of an ethical culture?
A. Negative consequences of unethical corporate behavior are typically mild.
B. There is little managers can do to create an ethical culture.
C. An ethical organization takes the short-term perspective and makes shareholders a priority.
D. An ethical organizational culture is high in risk tolerance, low to moderate in aggressiveness, and focused on means as well as outcomes.
E. Ethical organizations are the ones that don't spend too much time on a code.
8. Which of the following is not an ideal feature of a benefits program?
A. It should clearly outline expectations for conduct.
B. It should demonstrate economic feasibility.
C. It should be sustainable in the long run.
D. It should be uniquely suited to the organizational culture.
E. It should reflect the values of the organization.
9. Which of the following is the term for someone who assumes the responsibility for making things different?
A. Unfreezing agent
B. Idea champion
C. Action manager
D. Change agent
E. Refreezing agent
10. Which of the following describes the process of stabilizing a change to make it permanent?
A. Movement
B. Refreezing
C. Driving forces
D. Restraining forces
E. Unfreezing