1–56.
Which of the following traits is
NOT desirable for a supervisor to
show when dealing with a superior?
1.
Tact
2.
Bluntness
3.
Dependability
4.
Loyalty
1–57.
Which of the following actions is
considered an important feature in
furthering cooperation with a
superior?
1.
Being a “no” person to prove
to your boss you have a mind
of your own
2.
Being firm and fair
3.
Being tactful but truthful
4.
Being a “yes” person to
improve your image
1-58.
If your division officer gives you
an assignment that is obviously a
mistake, you should do it without
argument.
1.
True
2.
False
1–59.
If you make a serious mistake, it
is a lot better to tell your boss
about it immediately, before it is
discovered.
1.
True
2.
False
1–60.
In the interest of cooperation,
which of the following means
should you use to keep your
supervisor informed?
1.
Trying to keep the supervisor
posted on everything that is
said by your sailors during
the day
2.
Reporting your subordinates
who fail to keep their work
spaces neat and tidy
3.
Letting the supervisor know
about any personnel problems
that exist and any changes in
the work procedures that you
intend to make
4.
Reporting all errors that have
occurred during the day
1–61.
What factors are usually the
principal obstacles to
establishing a genuinely
cooperative spirit with fellow
supervisors?
1.
Competition for jobs and
unrealistic deadlines
2.
Friction and jealousy
3.
Misunderstandings
4.
Large work loads
1-62.
In addition to being cooperative
personally, a good supervisor may
sometimes have to encourage
cooperation on the part of other
supervisors.
1.
True
2.
False
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