Which of the following types of feedback is most useful to help employees develop and realize their full potential?

A) feedback that takes place once a year
B) feedback provided on a monthly basis
C) feedback provided as an ongoing activity in real time
D) feedback provided quarterly
E) feedback provided twice a year

In rare cases, where monetary damages would be an inadequate compensation for breach of contract, the courts may decree an order of specific performance of the contract. How does this differ from an ordinary monetary judgement?

A) The decree of specific performance carries with it the power of the courts to fine or imprison the wrongdoer for failure to comply with the order.
B) A failure to comply with the decree of specific performance does not constitute contempt of court.
C) The decree of specific performance does not carry the power of the courts to fine or imprison the wrongdoer for failure to comply with the order.
D) A failure to comply with the decree of specific performance specifies immediate imprisonment.

You are putting together a short report addressing why many training programs are poorly evaluated by organizations beyond Kirkpatrick's "level one." Which of the following is NOT likely to be in your report?

A) most training managers have been trained on how to properly evaluate programs and senior management often request it
B) management does not request training evaluation and does not provide funding for it
C) trainers and human resource departments (HR) may not be interested in the results, as outcomes may reflect poorly on the HR department
D) lack of time for training evaluation

In the context of interpersonal communication, the emotional component of a message is contained in the _____.

A) content of the message
B) language of the message
C) intensity of the communicator
D) thought process of the receiver

A nation will import a particular product if the world price is less than the domestic price.

The cash manager's goal is to minimize the firm's cash balances.

To avoid escalation of commitment, managers should compare actual progress with goals and timetables to conduct reality checks.