In the . . . . . . . . model of organisational behaviour, employees cease to depend on managers, but their dependence on the organisation increases.
A. custodial
B. supportive
C. collegial
D. autocratic
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Assertion (A): Scientific Management did put forward a fully developed theory of organisation.
Reason (R): It addressed itself to the problems of the shop floor.
A. A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
B. A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
C. A is true but R is false
D. A is false but R is true
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In the 'Big-Five' personality factors widely accepted personality traits are mentioned. The trait of being dependable, organised, conforming and persevering on tasks is called
A. extroversion
B. conscientiousness
C. agreeableness
D. emotional stability
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Who is/are the developer(s) of Classical Theory of Organisation?
A. Max Weber
B. Gulick
C. Henry Fayol
D. All of these
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OB's current state of investigation and study is best described as:
A. All of OB is based on universal truths proposed by academics, researchers and practitioners. Political forces have a tendency to influence the study of OB and, hence, skew resulting conclusions
B. There is little disagreement among OB researchers and scholars as to the current state
C. OB is practically based on situational or contingency conditions driven by lead ership style
D. Cause-effect principles, which tend to apply to all situations, have been isolated
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Hygiene factors related to the work context includes
A. Relations with supervisor
B. Supervision
C. Company Policy and Administration
D. All of the above
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Which of the following is/are 'theories of Leadership'?
A. The situational theory
B. The trait theory
C. The great man theory
D. All of the above
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According to Maslow's need-hierarchy theory, the lowlevel needs are
A. physiological
B. security
C. self-esteem
D. All of these
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Which one of the following is an element of motivation according to Vroom's vector valence theory?
A. Involvement
B. Equity
C. Instrumentality
D. Existence
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Some of OB's challenges and opportunities include all of the following except
A. reinforcing the importance of traditional methods of management
B. offering specific insights to improve interpersonal and people skills
C. helping us learn to cope in a continuously changing world
D. facilitating the improvement of quality and employee productivity
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The aspect of management that is concerned with the individuals, their roles, the dyads, the teams and the entire organisation is
A. Human Resource Management
B. Human Resource Development
C. Organisational Behaviour
D. Organisational Culture
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Which one of the following theories is not a process theory of motivation?
A. Maslow's need-hierarchy theory
B. Vroom's expectancy theory
C. Expectancy theory-The Porter and Lawler model
D. Equity theory
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Match the following:
List-I (Thinkers)
List-II (Ideas)
a. Coser, L.
1. The functions of Social conflict
b. Boulding, K. E.
2. Conflict & defense: A General Theory
c. Simon
3. Organisations
d. Show, M. C.
4. Group Dynamics
5. Conflict
A. a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
B. a-4, b-5, c-1, d-3
C. a-3, b-1, c-4, d-2
D. a-3, b-1, c-5, d-4
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Assertion (A) In the 21st century, we are going to need a new generation of leaders, not managers.
Reason (R) Leadership is about developing a vision of the future rather than just aligning people by communication this vision and inspiring them to overcome hurdles.
A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B. Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C. (A) is correct, but (R) is incorrect
D. Both (A) and (R) are incorrect
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An example of an interpersonal technique that can promote change is which of the following?
A. Sensitivity training
B. Manipulation
C. Coercion
D. Process consultation
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In this style, the leader keeps his team in good humour, underplays problems, often pleases followers to get things done.
A. high-low management style
B. low-high management style
C. high-high management style
D. None of the above
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Types of groups consists
A. Primary Group
B. Information Group
C. Formal Group
D. All of these
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Which of the followig is not perceived as the basic element of motivation?
A. Direction
B. Intensity
C. Performance
D. Persistence
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Match the following.
List-I (Types of Motivation)
List-II (Elements)
a. Positive motivation
1. Bonus
b. Negative motivation
2. Job-security
c. Financial motivation
3. Termination
d. Non-financial motivation
4. Award
A. a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4
B. a-1, b-3, c-4, d-2
C. a-4, b-3, c-1, d-2
D. a-2, b-3, c-1, d-4
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Considerthe following
1. Supportive leadership behaviour
2. Participative leadership behaviour
3. Instrumental leadership behaviour
4. Achievement oriented leadership behaviour
A. Path-goal approach of leadership
B. Situational theory of leadership
C. Managerial grid approach of leadership
D. Fielder's contingency model of leadership
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