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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Swimming in a Bigger Pond.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which electrical insulator is deemed a hazardous material by the EPA?
(a) BCBs.
(b) PYTs.
(c) PCPs.
(d) BBCs.

2. Where does Jack choose to advertise his plant's new plastics?
(a) Internet, TV, and billboards.
(b) Radio, magazines, and newspapers.
(c) Radio, TV, and park benches.
(d) Radio, TV, and billboards.

3. Who does Jack succeed as CEO of General Electric?
(a) Reg Jones.
(b) Harry Drickman.
(c) Roy Johnson.
(d) Jeff Immelt.

4. What inspires Jack to pursue his Ph.D.?
(a) His wife's father wants his son-in-law to be a "doctor" of some sort.
(b) His wife.
(c) He gets full tuition paid by the ROTC.
(d) Not being able to find a job due to economic recession.

5. Who greatly influences Jack's work ethic and fondness of current events?
(a) His mother.
(b) His coach.
(c) His father.
(d) His minister.

Short Answer Questions

1. In addition to being self-confident, what else does Jack believe is a large part of leadership?

2. How does the plastics industry fare in the 1970s?

3. How long does it take Jack and his team to find a solution to their new plastics product?

4. Who submits his resignation immediately after the announcement that Jack has been named CEO?

5. How old is Jack when he is promoted to a vice president for GE?

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