IAC1 Principles of Management Version 1
Practice exam for Western Governors University WGU Exams under Western Governors University Exams (College Exams). 5 sample questions.
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Question 1
In which situation does religious preference inappropriately affect decision making?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using religious background to accept bids is discriminatory and violates fair housing and employment laws. Allowing time off for all employees is inclusive and non-discriminatory. Following personal dietary restrictions is a personal right that does not impose on others. A manager refusing to participate in a conflicting event is exercising personal religious freedom without affecting others' opportunities.
Rationale: Using religious background to accept bids is discriminatory and violates fair housing and employment laws. Allowing time off for all employees is inclusive and non-discriminatory. Following personal dietary restrictions is a personal right that does not impose on others. A manager refusing to participate in a conflicting event is exercising personal religious freedom without affecting others' opportunities.
Question 2
Equal employment opportunity laws were designed to ensure that people are considered for employment without regard to certain traits. Which traits are protected by these laws?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: EEO laws protect immutable characteristics like race, religion, and national origin (which includes ethnic background). Criminal record is not a universally protected trait. Abilities can refer to skills, which are not protected, but disabilities are. Education level is not a protected class under federal EEO laws.
Rationale: EEO laws protect immutable characteristics like race, religion, and national origin (which includes ethnic background). Criminal record is not a universally protected trait. Abilities can refer to skills, which are not protected, but disabilities are. Education level is not a protected class under federal EEO laws.
Question 3
In which situation would it be reasonable for an employer to accommodate the needs of a worker with a disability?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Providing a Braille keyboard is a reasonable accommodation under the ADA for a visual impairment, enabling the employee to perform essential job functions. Isolating a mentally ill worker could be a form of discrimination and is not a standard accommodation. A generic list doesn't address individual needs. A germ-free environment is typically a medical requirement beyond standard workplace accommodations and may not be reasonable for most employers.
Rationale: Providing a Braille keyboard is a reasonable accommodation under the ADA for a visual impairment, enabling the employee to perform essential job functions. Isolating a mentally ill worker could be a form of discrimination and is not a standard accommodation. A generic list doesn't address individual needs. A germ-free environment is typically a medical requirement beyond standard workplace accommodations and may not be reasonable for most employers.
Question 4
What is the purpose of a value chain analysis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Value chain analysis involves examining internal activities to identify which ones add the most value, with the ultimate goal of achieving a competitive advantage by performing these activities more efficiently or effectively than competitors. It is a strategic tool focused on operational efficiency and competitive positioning, not ethics, stockholder satisfaction, or specific IT implementations.
Rationale: Value chain analysis involves examining internal activities to identify which ones add the most value, with the ultimate goal of achieving a competitive advantage by performing these activities more efficiently or effectively than competitors. It is a strategic tool focused on operational efficiency and competitive positioning, not ethics, stockholder satisfaction, or specific IT implementations.
Question 5
What is a clear and concise statement of the basic purpose of an organization?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A mission statement defines the organization's fundamental purpose, answering the question 'What do we do?'. It is focused on the present. A vision statement describes a future aspirational state ('What do we want to become?'). Objectives and goals are specific, measurable targets that support the mission and vision.
Rationale: A mission statement defines the organization's fundamental purpose, answering the question 'What do we do?'. It is focused on the present. A vision statement describes a future aspirational state ('What do we want to become?'). Objectives and goals are specific, measurable targets that support the mission and vision.