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Study guide for CLEP CLEP Principles of Management — Unit 1: Planning and Organizing. Practice questions, key concepts, and exam tips.
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Which of the following is a characteristic of Theory Y?
Workers are inherently lazy
Workers are motivated by punishment
Workers are capable of self-direction
Workers require close supervision
Workers are only motivated by monetary incentives
Answer: C — Workers are capable of self-direction is correct because Theory Y assumes workers are self-motivated. Theory X, which assumes workers are lazy, is incorrect.
Which of the following is a barrier to effective communication?
Active listening
Clear language
Cultural differences
Similar interests
Open-mindedness
Answer: C — Cultural differences are correct because they can lead to misunderstandings, misinterpretations, and a lack of shared meaning, ultimately hindering effective communication.
What is a potential drawback of a trading alliance?
Increased economic growth
Improved trade balances
Reduced income inequality
Job losses in certain industries
Increased government revenue
Answer: D — Job losses in certain industries is correct because trading alliances can lead to increased competition and job losses in industries that are not competitive, as companies may outsource jobs to countries with lower labor costs.
What is the purpose of a training evaluation?
To determine the cost of training
To select training participants
To identify training vendors
To develop a training schedule
To assess the effectiveness of training
Answer: E — Assessing the effectiveness of training is correct because a training evaluation aims to determine whether the training achieved its intended objectives, by applying metrics and feedback to measure the impact of the training on employee performance and organizational goals.
A system with no exchange of inputs and outputs with the environment is called a
Open system
Entropic system
Subsystem
Synergistic system
Closed system
Answer: E — Closed system is correct because it has no exchange of inputs and outputs with the environment, and its components interact only with each other.
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