AP Leadership & Management 2

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'span of control' in an organization?

Accepted Answer

The number of subordinates a manager can effectively supervise

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The number of layers in an organizational hierarchy

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The geographic area a manager oversees

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The budget a manager is responsible for

Question 2

McGregor's Theory X assumes that employees are primarily motivated by:

Accepted Answer

Fear of punishment and external control

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Intrinsic rewards and self-direction

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Social relationships at work

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Opportunities for personal growth

Question 3

Which conflict resolution style involves finding a middle-ground solution where both parties give up something?

Accepted Answer

Compromising

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Accommodating

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Avoiding

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Collaborating

Question 4

What does the 'unity of command' principle in classical management state?

Accepted Answer

An employee should receive orders from only one supervisor

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All employees must follow the same set of rules

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The organization must have a single strategic goal

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All managers must use the same leadership style

Question 5

A leader who uses rewards and penalties to motivate employees is best described as which type of leader?

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Transactional leader

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Servant leader

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Transformational leader

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Laissez-faire leader

Question 6

In Tuckman's model of group development, which stage is characterized by conflict and competition among team members?

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Storming

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Forming

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Norming

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Performing

Question 7

Which management function involves setting objectives and determining the best course of action to achieve them?

Accepted Answer

Planning

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Organizing

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Leading

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Controlling