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COMM 227 - Mock Final Exam (solutions
extracted from wizprep) fall 2026-2027 Concordia
COMM 227 – Mock Final
Exam
Multiple Choice (1 point each):
1. Which of the following is an example of escalation of commitment?
A. Choosing an option because it resembles a past case
B. Seeking information that confirms an existing belief
C. Continuing to invest time and money into a failing project despite evidence it will not
improve
D. Relying too heavily on readily available information
E. Being overly confident in the likelihood of success
2. Which stage of team development is characterized by conflict and competition as
members challenge one another?
A. Forming
B. Performing
C. Adjourning
D. Storming
E. Norming
3. The free-rider effect occurs when:
A. Team members avoid involvement because they assume others will intervene
B. A team continues investing in a failing decision
C. Someone withholds effort because they rely on others to carry the workload
D. A team member conforms to the majority opinion
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E. A member is strongly influenced by a respected colleague
4. Which base of power is derived from a person being admired, respected, or liked?
A. Legitimate power
B. Reward power
C. Coercive power
D. Expert power
E. Referent power
5. Which of the following traits is most closely associated with servant leadership?
A. Emphasizing fairness and integrity in decision-making
B. Acting consistently with one’s core values despite external pressure
C. Prioritizing the growth and well-being of others before oneself
D. Demonstrating confidence and resilience in challenging situations
E. Maintaining strict authority to ensure follower compliance
COMM 227 - Mock Final Exam (solutions
extracted from wizprep) fall 2026-2027 Concordia
COMM 227 – Mock Final
Exam
Multiple Choice (1 point each):
1. Which of the following is an example of escalation of commitment?
A. Choosing an option because it resembles a past case
B. Seeking information that confirms an existing belief
C. Continuing to invest time and money into a failing project despite evidence it will not
improve
D. Relying too heavily on readily available information
E. Being overly confident in the likelihood of success
2. Which stage of team development is characterized by conflict and competition as
members challenge one another?
A. Forming
B. Performing
C. Adjourning
D. Storming
E. Norming
3. The free-rider effect occurs when:
A. Team members avoid involvement because they assume others will intervene
B. A team continues investing in a failing decision
C. Someone withholds effort because they rely on others to carry the workload
D. A team member conforms to the majority opinion
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E. A member is strongly influenced by a respected colleague
4. Which base of power is derived from a person being admired, respected, or liked?
A. Legitimate power
B. Reward power
C. Coercive power
D. Expert power
E. Referent power
5. Which of the following traits is most closely associated with servant leadership?
A. Emphasizing fairness and integrity in decision-making
B. Acting consistently with one’s core values despite external pressure
C. Prioritizing the growth and well-being of others before oneself
D. Demonstrating confidence and resilience in challenging situations
E. Maintaining strict authority to ensure follower compliance
