Mgmt 340 Study Guide - Chapters 1-6 Quiz
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What is the main role of a manager within an organization?

  • Leading (correct)
  • Organizing
  • Controlling
  • Training
  • According to Henry Mintzberg's managerial roles, which role involves the mental ability to analyze complex situations?

  • Conceptual roles (correct)
  • Operational roles
  • Decision-making
  • Interpersonal roles
  • What skills do managers need according to the text?

  • Technical skills: the ability to work with others
  • Interpersonal skills: the ability to analyze complex situations
  • Human skills: the ability to apply specialized knowledge (correct)
  • Conceptual skills: the ability to motivate others
  • Based on Fred Luthan’s study, what does the effective manager spend more time on compared to the successful manager?

    <p>Communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between surface level diversity and deep-level diversity?

    <p>Surface level diversity includes easily perceived characteristics like age, while deep-level diversity involves differences in personality and work preference.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does gender discrimination impact younger women according to the text?

    <p>Younger women face biases in hiring, challenging job assignments, and leadership roles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the U.S. legislation against age discrimination?

    <p>It intends to protect older workers from being discriminated against based on their age.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What disabilities are protected by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)?

    <p>The EEOC protects individuals with mental disabilities as well as physical disabilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is there a link between intelligence and job satisfaction according to the text's discussion?

    <p>There is no relationship between intelligence and job satisfaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specifically defines cognitive diversity based on the text provided?

    <p>It involves differences in thoughts, perspectives, problem-solving techniques, and cognitive styles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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