Interest Group Participation Sources: Authors' Analysis of the 2007

question 11

Multiple Choice

Interest group participation Sources: Authors' analysis of the 2007 International Social Survey Program survey for civic
associations and the Comparative Study of Electoral Systems,module 2 (2001-2006) for
working with others to express political views.
-Which of the following does the information in the graph suggest?

• A)Americans are more likely to work in their communities than discuss politics.
• B)High interest group membership has a negative impact on American society.
• C)People are more concerned with their communities in other nations.
• D)Americans are less politically engaged than people in other democracies.-Consider This: Though fewer Americans reported working together to express political views,the percentage is still higher than in other countries.

Recognize the challenges and benefits of various leadership behaviors and styles, including autocratic and participative leadership.

Appreciate the importance of delegation and the risks of micromanagement.

Understand the role of ethical and servant leadership in promoting individual and organizational welfare.

Realize the importance of participative decision making and teamwork in leadership effectiveness.

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Definitions:

Limit Choices

Refers to reducing the number of options available to make a decision easier or to focus on more viable alternatives.

Constant

Something that remains unchanged or stable over a period of time.

Personality

The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character and psychological identity.

Perceive Ourselves

Refers to the way individuals understand and view their own identities, qualities, and self-concept.