Organizational Power and Politics

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of Organizational Power and Politics. It covers various aspects of power dynamics, political behavior, and their impact on organizational structures and decision-making.
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Which of the following is NOT a source of power in organizations?

  1. Formal Authority

  2. Expertise

  3. Control over Resources

  4. Personal Charisma


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Personal charisma is not a source of power in organizations because it is not a legitimate or institutionalized form of power. Formal authority, expertise, and control over resources are all legitimate sources of power that are recognized and accepted within organizations.

According to French and Raven, which type of power is based on the perception that the power holder has the ability to punish or reward?

  1. Legitimate Power

  2. Expert Power

  3. Referent Power

  4. Coercive Power


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Coercive power is based on the perception that the power holder has the ability to punish or reward. This type of power is often used to enforce compliance or to achieve desired outcomes.

Which of the following is an example of organizational politics?

  1. Lobbying for a promotion

  2. Networking with colleagues

  3. Building coalitions to influence decisions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Organizational politics encompasses a wide range of behaviors aimed at influencing decisions, gaining power, or advancing personal or group interests. Lobbying for a promotion, networking with colleagues, and building coalitions are all examples of political behavior in organizations.

What is the primary goal of organizational politics?

  1. To increase organizational efficiency

  2. To promote ethical behavior

  3. To advance personal or group interests

  4. To improve communication and collaboration


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The primary goal of organizational politics is to advance personal or group interests. This can involve gaining power, influencing decisions, or securing resources and benefits.

Which of the following is NOT a tactic commonly used in organizational politics?

  1. Building alliances and coalitions

  2. Networking and socializing

  3. Using formal authority to influence decisions

  4. Spreading rumors or engaging in sabotage


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Using formal authority to influence decisions is not a tactic commonly used in organizational politics because it is a legitimate and institutionalized form of power. Political tactics typically involve more subtle and indirect means of influencing outcomes.

What is the term used to describe the process of exchanging resources or favors to build relationships and gain influence?

  1. Networking

  2. Lobbying

  3. Coalition-Building

  4. Political Exchange


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Political exchange is the process of exchanging resources or favors to build relationships and gain influence. This can involve trading information, providing support, or offering assistance in exchange for something in return.

Which of the following is NOT a type of organizational conflict?

  1. Task Conflict

  2. Relationship Conflict

  3. Process Conflict

  4. Value Conflict


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Process conflict is not a type of organizational conflict. Task conflict, relationship conflict, and value conflict are all common types of conflict that can arise in organizations.

What is the term used to describe the process of managing conflict and resolving disputes in organizations?

  1. Conflict Resolution

  2. Conflict Management

  3. Dispute Resolution

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Conflict resolution, conflict management, and dispute resolution are all terms used to describe the process of managing conflict and resolving disputes in organizations.

Which of the following is NOT a strategy for managing conflict in organizations?

  1. Accommodation

  2. Avoidance

  3. Competition

  4. Collaboration


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Avoidance is not a constructive strategy for managing conflict in organizations. It involves ignoring or withdrawing from the conflict, which can lead to unresolved issues and further escalation.

What is the term used to describe the process of building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders to gain support and influence?

  1. Networking

  2. Lobbying

  3. Coalition-Building

  4. Relationship Management


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Relationship management is the process of building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders to gain support and influence. This can involve networking, lobbying, and coalition-building.

Which of the following is NOT a type of organizational power?

  1. Formal Authority

  2. Expert Power

  3. Referent Power

  4. Charismatic Power


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Charismatic power is not a type of organizational power. Formal authority, expert power, and referent power are all recognized and accepted sources of power in organizations.

What is the term used to describe the process of influencing others through persuasion and negotiation?

  1. Lobbying

  2. Advocacy

  3. Diplomacy

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lobbying, advocacy, and diplomacy are all terms used to describe the process of influencing others through persuasion and negotiation.

Which of the following is NOT a type of political behavior in organizations?

  1. Lobbying

  2. Networking

  3. Coalition-Building

  4. Ethical Behavior


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ethical behavior is not a type of political behavior in organizations. Political behavior typically involves more self-interested and strategic actions aimed at gaining power or advancing personal or group interests.

What is the term used to describe the process of building and maintaining a positive reputation and image in an organization?

  1. Personal Branding

  2. Image Management

  3. Reputation Management

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Personal branding, image management, and reputation management are all terms used to describe the process of building and maintaining a positive reputation and image in an organization.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can contribute to organizational politics?

  1. Competition for resources

  2. Differences in values and goals

  3. Ambiguous or conflicting roles and responsibilities

  4. Effective communication and collaboration


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Effective communication and collaboration can help to reduce organizational politics by fostering understanding, resolving conflicts, and building trust among organizational members.

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