1. Start by answering the following questions using this scale:

5  strongly agree 4  agree somewhat 3  undecided 2  disagree somewhat 1  strongly disagree I prefer to work in an organization where:

1. Goals are defi ned by those in higher levels.

2. Work methods and procedures are specifi ed.

3. Top management makes important decisions.

4. My loyalty counts as much as my ability to do the job.
5. Clear lines of authority and responsibility are established.
6. Top management is decisive and fi rm.
7. My career is pretty well planned out for me.
8. I can specialize.
9. My length of service is almost as important as my level of performance.
10. Management is able to provide the information I need to do my job well.
11. A chain of command is well established.
12. Rules and procedures are adhered to equally by everyone.
13. People accept the authority of a leader’s position.
14. People are loyal to their boss.
15. People do as they have been instructed.
16. People clear things with their boss before going over his or her head.