Busad 110 - Human Relations in Business » Fall 2022 » CH 8 Quiz

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Question #1
A self-describing person will disclose:
A.   Information about herself that could be acquired through some other means.
B.   Less information than a self-disclosing person will disclose.
C.   More information than a self-disclosing person will disclose.
Question #2
Which of the following is not a benefit gained from self-disclosure?
A.   Reduction of stress.
B.   Increased self-awareness.
C.   Increased likeability.
D.   Increased accuracy in communication.
Question #3
Because people cannot read minds, appropriate self-disclosure on the job often results in:
A.   More accurate communication in the workplace.
B.   Reduced self-awareness.
C.   Damage to workplace relationships.
D.   Increased workplace stress levels.
Question #4
___ is the ability to recognize and understand your moods, emotions and drives, as well as their effect on others.
A.   Self-identity
B.   Self-awareness
C.   Self-disclosure
D.   Self-esteem
Question #5
Ten years ago, Raffi was fired because his antagonistic personality adversely affected his work performance and that of his coworkers. He overcame his personality problems, and has positive references from employers for whom he has worked since then. Raffi includes on his resume the position from which he was dismissed, but never tells the real reason for leaving that position. His behavior shows that this firing is in Raffi's:
A.   Hidden pane
B.   Dissembling area.
C.   Blind area.
D.   Open pane.
Question #6
Reducing one's defensiveness about receiving feedback at work will have what effect on an employee's Johari Window?
A.   Reduce the hidden pane.
B.   Close the blind pane.
C.   Enlarge the open pane.
D.   Clean the unknown pane.
Question #7
Jose, a very productive customer service representative for an insurance company, lied to his coworkers about the date of his mother's funeral so that he could extend his leave for a few extra days. When they discovered Jose's lie, his coworkers felt wronged and bitter. Jose apologized sincerely for lying when he was confronted. His supervisor docked his pay for his unauthorized absence and placed an official reprimand in his personnel file. Jose's work continues to be of high quality. What is the best way for the coworkers to overcome their negative feelings toward Jose?
A.   Reject Brian's apology and try to have him fired.
B.   Accept Brian's apology and forgive him for having wronged them.
C.   Reject Brian's apology until he proves repeatedly that they can trust him.
D.   Encourage Brian to leave the company by ostracizing him at work.
Question #8
Which of the following is not essential when giving an apology?
A.   Rumination.
B.   Responsibility.
C.   Remedy
D.   Regret
Question #9
The most pervasive obstacle to appropriate self-disclosure in the workplace is:
A.   Lack of trust.
B.   Large "open panes."
C.   Gender bias in workplace communication.
D.   Insufficient time.
Question #10
Contrary to conventional workplace wisdom, the best supervisors often:
A.   Display a sense of humor.
B.   Are not very talkative.
C.   Hire their relatives.
D.   Focus on task completion and have little time to listen to employees.

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