Project Management, 2e (Pinto).doc

project management, 2e (pinto)chapter 4 leadership and the project manager4.1 true/false1) leadership may be part of a managers job but other managerial roles are not necessarily part of a leaders job.answer: truediff: 1section: 4.1 leaders vs. managersskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective2) leadership is an innate characteristic that some people have and some dont.answer: falsediff: 1section: 4.1 leaders vs. managersskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective3) one reason projects are initially underfunded is because their requirements are sometimes deliberately understated.answer: truediff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective4) summarizing and consensus testing are two group maintenance behaviors that a project manager uses to show support for project team members.answer: falsediff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective5) the number one flaw that makes a project manager a poor leader is setting a bad example.answer: truediff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective6) the organizational factor that is most vital in preventing a project manager from being recognized as a leader is lack of resources.answer: falsediff: 3section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective7) emotional intelligence is a more important measure of leadership effectiveness than technical skill, analytical ability, and intelligence.answer: truediff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective8) the most important characteristic of a project leader is ability to inspire.answer: falsediff: 3section: 4.3 traits of effective project leadersskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective9) a project manager must be able to shift temporal orientation from past, to present, to future.answer: truediff: 2section: 4.3 traits of effective project leadersskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective10) someone with a polychronic preference functions in two different temporal orientations, such as past and present.answer: falsediff: 2section: 4.3 traits of effective project leadersskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective11) a project manager may also be the project champion.answer: truediff: 1section: 4.4 project championsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective12) an entrepreneur type of project champion is the source of the idea and also the main sponsor.answer: falsediff: 1section: 4.4 project championsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective13) providing the needed motivation for the project team is a nontraditional duty of a project champion.answer: truediff: 3section: 4.4 project championsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective14) the majority of a champions time is spent performing the traditional project management duties of leadership, administration, obtaining resources, and coordination and control.answer: falsediff: 3section: 4.4 project championsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective15) the new leader must make a conscious effort to distance himself from the people being led.answer: falsediff: 3section: 4.5 the new project leadershipskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective16) one way an organization can develop a core of project management professionals is to administer personality tests and match people attuned to project work to projects.answer: falsediff: 3section: 4.6 project management professionalismskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective4.2 fill in the blank1) a(n) _ is interested in efficiency of operations but a(n) _ is interested in effectiveness of outcomes.answer: manager, leaderdiff: 3section: 4.1 leaders vs. managersskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective2) _ behavior seeks to get the job done.answer: task-orienteddiff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective3) _ is a group maintenance behavior that serves to increase and equalize participation.answer: gatekeepingdiff: 3section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective4) _ is the element of emotional intelligence that describes a persons ability to manage relationships with others.answer: social skilldiff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective5) an effective project manager must have _ so that she is not adversely affected by complex or uncertain situations.answer: tolerance for ambiguitydiff: 2section: 4.3 traits of effective project leadersskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective6) the temporal context or space to which an individual is naturally drawn is known as _.answer: time orientationdiff: 1section: 4.3 traits of effective project leadersskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective7) the ability to cognitively bring the past and future closer together is _.answer: time warpingdiff: 3section: 4.3 traits of effective project leadersskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective8) a(n) _ is in individual who identifies with a new development, using all weapons at his command, against the funded resistance of the organization.answer: championdiff: 2section: 4.4 project championsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective9) the _ is usually a scientist, engineer, or similar person who is the source of and driving force behind the idea.answer: creative originatordiff: 2section: 4.4 project championsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective10) some _ duties of project champions include leadership, coordination, and technical understanding.answer: traditionaldiff: 2section: 4.4 project championsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective11) the new project management professionalism calls for the creation of _ so that gifted project managers can move from project to project and advance in the organization just as their functional counterparts do.answer: (clear) career pathsdiff: 3section: 4.6 project management professionalismskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective4.3 multiple choice1) the facet of partnership that describes the requirement that every worker be responsible for defining the projects vision and goals is called:a) exchange of purpose.b) a right to say no.c) joint accountability.d) absolute honesty.answer: adiff: 2section: 4.1 leaders vs. managersskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective2) the idea that all members of a project team have the ability to offer a contrary position in order to achieve true partnership between the project manager and the team is called:a) exchange of purpose.b) a right to say no.c) joint accountability.d) absolute honesty.answer: bdiff: 1section: 4.1 leaders vs. managersskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective3) in a partnership, each member of the project team is responsible for the projects outcomes and the current situation, whether it is positive or shows evidence of project problems. the term that best describes this responsibility is:a) exchange of purpose.b) a right to say no.c) joint accountability.d) absolute honesty.answer: cdiff: 1section: 4.1 leaders vs. managersskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective4) the authentic atmosphere that is vital for project manager and team to function in can be described as:a) exchange of purpose.b) a right to say no.c) joint accountability.d) absolute honesty.answer: adiff: 1section: 4.1 leaders vs. managersskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective5) which statement regarding the duties of leaders and managers is best?a) leaders embrace change while managers support the status quo.b) management is more about interpersonal relationships than leadership is.c) leaders aim for efficiency.d) managers aim for effectiveness.answer: adiff: 1section: 4.1 leaders vs. managersskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective6) which of these lists of duties is more reflective of managerial tasks?a) creating vision and strategiesb) problem-solvingc) long-term risk-takingd) communication by word and deedanswer: bdiff: 2section: 4.1 leaders vs. managersskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective7) which of these duties is more reflective of a leaders tasks?a) efficiency of operationsb) delegation and maintainingc) motivation and inspirationd) marshalling resourcesanswer: cdiff: 2section: 4.1 leaders vs. managersskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective8) a more apt title for a project manager is:a) controller.b) comptroller.c) project director.d) project leader.answer: adiff: 2section: 4.1 leaders vs. managersskill: conceptualaacsb tag: reflective9) a project managers function should be:a) to control the soft people issues.b) the manage the hard technical details.c) to holistically manage the entire project.d) to apply a laissez faire approach and let the work progress unimpeded.answer: ddiff: 2section: 4.1 leaders vs. managersskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective10) projects are often underfunded in the concept stage because:a) the project requirements were deliberately understated.b) there is complete trust in project managers by top management so more resources can be asked for at any time.c) the projects goals are too clearly defined.d) the projects top management sponsor is too influential.answer: adiff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective11) a project champion is:a) a project manager that always completes projects within the allotted time frame.b) a sponsor in top management that is keenly interested in the projects success.c) a project manager that always completes projects within the allotted budget.d) a project manager that always completes projects within the allotted time frame and under budget.answer: bdiff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective12) project team motivation comes primarily from:a) the project manager.b) the project champion.c) within each team member.d) the project clients acceptance.answer: cdiff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective13) it is most important that a project manager:a) focuses on meeting daily challenges head on.b) focuses on meetings.c) remembers the overall picture, or goals, that define the project.d) operates on the boundary between strategy and tactics.answer: ddiff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective14) the project management pearl of wisdom that declares, if they know nothing of what you are doing, they assume you are doing nothing, means that:a) stakeholders must be communicated with on a continual basis throughout the projects development.b) the duration of most projects is sufficiently long as to contain many days when no actual progress is being made.c) the more complex a project is, the more likely that the client that will ultimately receive the project has no idea how it is being executed.d) a project manager that holds lengthy progress meetings with his team will generally complete projects more successfully.answer: adiff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: conceptualaacsb tag: reflective15) project meetings do not generally serve this purpose for the project team:a) help all stakeholders increase their commitment to the project.b) provide a forum for airing grievances with stakeholders and team members.c) provide visibility for the project managers role in managing the project.d) define the project and all the major team players.answer: bdiff: 1section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective16) task-oriented leadership behavior is characterized by:a) showing trust in project team members.b) acting friendly and supportive towards project team members.c) contributing to the completion of project assignments.d) recognizing the accomplishments of team members.answer: cdiff: 1section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective17) group maintenance behavior would be exhibited by a project manager that:a) provides the necessary support and technical assistance.b) plans and schedules activities and resources appropriately.c) contributes to the completion of project assignments.d) works with subordinates to understand their problems.answer: ddiff: 1section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective18) the group maintenance behavior of gatekeeping helps to:a) increase and equalize participation.b) reduce tension and hostility.c) regulate behavior.d) increase comprehension.answer: ddiff: 3section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective19) the task-oriented behavior of summarizing accomplishes which specific outcome?a) check on understanding and assess progress.b) guide and sequence discussion.c) check on agreement.d) increase comprehension.answer: adiff: 3section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective20) which of these behaviors is task-oriented?a) harmonizingb) consensus testingc) standard settingd) process analyzinganswer: bdiff: 3section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective21) which of these behaviors is indicative of group maintenance?a) stimulating communicationb) clarifying communicationc) process analyzingd) process structuringanswer: cdiff: 3section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective22) based on a study of successful american project managers as perceived by project team members, the most important characteristic of a project manager is:a) visionary.b) good communicator.c) good motivator.d) leadership by example.answer: ddiff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective23) which of these is not an element of emotional intelligence?a) intelligenceb) self-awarenessc) motivationd) empathyanswer: adiff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective24) which of these is the more meaningful measure of leadership effectiveness?a) subject matter knowledgeb) emotional intelligencec) technical skilld) analytical abilityanswer: bdiff: 1section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective25) the emotional intelligence element that implies having a deep understanding of ones own strengths and weaknesses, ego needs, drives, and motives is called:a) motivation.b) self-regulation.c) self-awareness.d) social skill.answer: cdiff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective26) friendliness with a purpose describes:a) empathy.b) self-regulation.c) obsequiousness.d) social skill.answer: ddiff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective27) project management is first and foremost:a) a people management challenge.b) a customer service challenge.c) a perception management challenge.d) a budget management challenge.answer: adiff: 2section: 4.2 how the project manager leadsskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective28) a large sample survey was used to ask a total of 2,615 managers within u.s. corporations what they considered to be the most important characteristic of effective leaders. the item that ranked #1 with an 83 percent selection rate was:a) inspiring.b) honest.c) imaginative.d) dependable.answer: bdiff: 2section: 4.3 traits of effective project leadersskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective29) pettersens study of project managers found that most do not have the capacity to exercise power that derives from formal positional authority and therefore they must develop:a) project champions.b) cadres of trained professionals.c) effective influencing skills.d) efficient communications networks.answer: cdiff: 2section: 4.3 traits of effective project leadersskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective30) if all the project management studies discussed in the text are synthesized, it quickly becomes apparent that the key to understanding leadership behavior is to focus on:a) where in the organizational hierarchy the project leaders are located.b) where in the organizational hierarchy the project team members are located.c) who the leaders are.d) what the leaders do.answer: ddiff: 2section: 4.3 traits of effective project leadersskill: factualaacsb tag: reflective31) the temporal context or space to which an individual is oriented is their:a) time orientation.b) chronometer.c) chronological clock.d) biological clock.answer: adiff: 1section: 4.3 traits of effective project leadersskill: definitionaacsb tag: reflective32) geoff sits at his desk and daydreams about what life will be like in 2025 when he retires. he can clearly picture events throughout the almost two decades that must elapse between now and then and what elements must come together to fulfill his lifelong dream of traveling the country in his rv. the temporal skill that geoff is blessed (some would say cursed) with is:a) fut