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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 23, "Go Home, Mr. Welch".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Jack describe himself in Chapter 4 when he was an engineer?
(a) Poor.
(b) Life of the party.
(c) Workaholic
(d) Humble.

2. What does GE implement to produce positive growth results and exceed the company's goal?
(a) Old-fashioned company picnics.
(b) New energy saving light bulbs.
(c) Mind- and market-expanding.
(d) New eco-friendly ideas.

3. What does Jack say is the only realistic form of job security?
(a) Teaching.
(b) Law enforcement.
(c) Government work.
(d) Satisfied customers.

4. Which aspect of the business complementary to GE fits well with GE's aircraft engine industry?
(a) High-tech avionics.
(b) Repair shops for plane engines.
(c) Wireless electronics.
(d) TV picture tube manufacturing.

5. Who submits his resignation immediately after the announcement that Jack has been named CEO?
(a) Bill Druckerman.
(b) Roy Johnson.
(c) Paolo Fresco.
(d) Reg Jones.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which business complements GE in various areas, but does not have products that directly overlap?

2. How does Jack describe himself in Chapter 4 when he becomes a businessman?

3. What does Jack call the phenomenon when usually strong, self-confident managers panic and lose confidence?

4. When GE bought RCA in 1985, which national television station was included in the deal?

5. What expands GE's semiconductor, aerospace, and TV set business?

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