1. Political behavior in organizations can be managed by:

a. giving superiors additional power.

b. increasing competition among managers for resources.

c. providing subordinates with feedback.

d. reducing the autonomy of subordinates.

2. A manager who displays consideration behavior is most likely to:

a. show concern for subordinates.

b. dictate how tasks should be performed.

c. encourage formal communication.

d. place importance on leader-subordinate roles.

3. Managers using job-centered leader behavior:

a. show concern for subordinates.

b. show keen interest in performance.

c. attempt to establish a supportive climate.

d. ensure that employees are satisfied with their jobs.

4. Which of the following is true of charismatic leaders?

a. They set high expectations.

b. They have magnified shortcomings.

c. They succeed only in turbulent environments.

d. They do not make any mistakes.