Question 1

The 4-M Model of Leadership Effectiveness divides leadership tasks into all of the following interdependent leadership functions except

Accepted Answer

A)  minimize conflict. 
B)  model leadership behavior. 
C)  motivate members. 
D)  manage group process. 
E)  make decisions. 
A)  minimize conflict. 
B)  model leadership behavior. 
C)  motivate members. 
D)  manage group process. 
E)  make decisions. A

Question 2

The social unease and inhibitions that accompany the getting-acquainted stage in a group is described as

Accepted Answer

A)  norming behavior. 
B)  storming behavior. 
C)  primary tension. 
D)  secondary tension. 
E)  receptivity to feedback. 
A)  norming behavior. 
B)  storming behavior. 
C)  primary tension. 
D)  secondary tension. 
E)  receptivity to feedback. C

Question 3

Group cohesiveness can be expressed as "All for one and one for all!"

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Work groups collaborate to achieve specific goals on behalf of a business or organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

What is the ideal group size for a problem-solving discussion?

Accepted Answer

A)  3-5 people 
B)  4-6 people 
C)  5-7 people 
D)  6-8 people 
E)  7-9 people 
A)  3-5 people 
B)  4-6 people 
C)  5-7 people 
D)  6-8 people 
E)  7-9 people

Question 6

The ideal size of a problem-solving group is four members.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

In terms of the 4-M Model of Leadership Effectiveness, what leadership function is characterized by a leader who behaves consistently and assertively, confronts problems head-on, works to generate solutions, and champions the group and its goals?

Accepted Answer

A)  minimize conflict 
B)  model leadership behavior 
C)  motivate members 
D)  manage group process 
E)  make decisions 
A)  minimize conflict 
B)  model leadership behavior 
C)  motivate members 
D)  manage group process 
E)  make decisions

Question 8

If "task-motivated" describes your leadership style, Situational Leadership Theory predicts that you will be least successful when

Accepted Answer

A)  the group's task is highly structured. 
B)  there are poor leader-member relationships. 
C)  you have a great deal of reward, coercive, and legitimate power. 
D)  you have no power. 
E)  you have a moderate degree of power and task structure. 
A)  the group's task is highly structured. 
B)  there are poor leader-member relationships. 
C)  you have a great deal of reward, coercive, and legitimate power. 
D)  you have no power. 
E)  you have a moderate degree of power and task structure.

Question 9

When a group cannot resolve secondary tension, don't joke about the tensions because it will increase member uneasiness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

In the performing stage of group development, group members define their roles and determine group procedure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Hidden agendas have the potential to permeate and infect all stages of group development.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

During the storming stage of group development, members hesitate to express strong opinions or assert their personal needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

An opinion seeker is fulfilling a group maintenance role.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The communication strategies for becoming a leader are not necessarily the same strategies for successful leadership.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Members from high power distance cultures probably expect or want

Accepted Answer

A)  more structure and instructions from a leader. 
B)  less structure and instructions from a leader. 
C)  more nurturing from a leader. 
D)  less nurturing from a leader. 
E)  a closer relationship with a leader. 
A)  more structure and instructions from a leader. 
B)  less structure and instructions from a leader. 
C)  more nurturing from a leader. 
D)  less nurturing from a leader. 
E)  a closer relationship with a leader.

Question 16

A summary of research on leadership and gender concludes that women

Accepted Answer

A)  talk more than men when they are in leadership positions. 
B)  are more likely to be autocratic leaders. 
C)  are less likely to be preselected as leaders and that the same leadership behavior is often evaluated more positively when attributed to a male leader. 
D)  are more likely to seek and gain leadership positions if they are motivated by personal growth and achievement, rather than developing close relationships with group members. 
E)  are better leaders than men are. 
A)  talk more than men when they are in leadership positions. 
B)  are more likely to be autocratic leaders. 
C)  are less likely to be preselected as leaders and that the same leadership behavior is often evaluated more positively when attributed to a male leader. 
D)  are more likely to seek and gain leadership positions if they are motivated by personal growth and achievement, rather than developing close relationships with group members. 
E)  are better leaders than men are.

Question 17

______________ are sets of expectations held by group members concerning what kinds of behavior or opinions are acceptable or unacceptable, good or bad, right or wrong, appropriate or inappropriate.

Accepted Answer

A)  Tensions 
B)  Hidden agendas 
C)  Roles 
D)  Cohesions 
E)  Norms 
A)  Tensions 
B)  Hidden agendas 
C)  Roles 
D)  Cohesions 
E)  Norms

Question 18

Individual group members can function in several different roles at the same time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

All of the following answers are advantages of working in groups except

Accepted Answer

A)  groups outperform individuals working alone, especially when a task requires multiple skills, judgments, and experiences. 
B)  group members make friends, socialize, and feel part of a successful team. 
C)  working in groups can enhance learning. 
D)  groups solve problems faster than individuals working alone. 
E)  All of the above are advantages of working in groups. 
A)  groups outperform individuals working alone, especially when a task requires multiple skills, judgments, and experiences. 
B)  group members make friends, socialize, and feel part of a successful team. 
C)  working in groups can enhance learning. 
D)  groups solve problems faster than individuals working alone. 
E)  All of the above are advantages of working in groups.

Question 20

On college campuses, intramural athletic teams as well as sororities and fraternities are examples of social groups.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The 4-M Model of Leadership Effectiveness divides leadership tasks into all of the following interdependent leadership functions except

The social unease and inhibitions that accompany the getting-acquainted stage in a group is described as

Group cohesiveness can be expressed as "All for one and one for all!"

Work groups collaborate to achieve specific goals on behalf of a business or organization.

What is the ideal group size for a problem-solving discussion?

The ideal size of a problem-solving group is four members.

In terms of the 4-M Model of Leadership Effectiveness, what leadership function is characterized by a leader who behaves consistently and assertively, confronts problems head-on, works to generate solutions, and champions the group and its goals?

If "task-motivated" describes your leadership style, Situational Leadership Theory predicts that you will be least successful when

When a group cannot resolve secondary tension, don't joke about the tensions because it will increase member uneasiness.

In the performing stage of group development, group members define their roles and determine group procedure.

Hidden agendas have the potential to permeate and infect all stages of group development.

During the storming stage of group development, members hesitate to express strong opinions or assert their personal needs.

An opinion seeker is fulfilling a group maintenance role.

The communication strategies for becoming a leader are not necessarily the same strategies for successful leadership.

Members from high power distance cultures probably expect or want

A summary of research on leadership and gender concludes that women

______________ are sets of expectations held by group members concerning what kinds of behavior or opinions are acceptable or unacceptable, good or bad, right or wrong, appropriate or inappropriate.

Individual group members can function in several different roles at the same time.

All of the following answers are advantages of working in groups except

On college campuses, intramural athletic teams as well as sororities and fraternities are examples of social groups.

Human Communication

Understanding Yourself

Adapting to Canadas Changing Faces

Listening, Critical Thinking and Reflective Practice

Verbal Communication

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Understanding Interpersonal Relationships

Exploring Emotional Intelligence

Professional Relationships

Group Decision Making, Problem Solving and Conflict

Communicating in a Digital World

Creating Captivating Presentations

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Exam 10: Working in Groups

The 4-M Model of Leadership Effectiveness divides leadership tasks into all of the following interdependent leadership functions except

The social unease and inhibitions that accompany the getting-acquainted stage in a group is described as

Group cohesiveness can be expressed as "All for one and one for all!"

Work groups collaborate to achieve specific goals on behalf of a business or organization.

What is the ideal group size for a problem-solving discussion?

The ideal size of a problem-solving group is four members.

In terms of the 4-M Model of Leadership Effectiveness, what leadership function is characterized by a leader who behaves consistently and assertively, confronts problems head-on, works to generate solutions, and champions the group and its goals?

If "task-motivated" describes your leadership style, Situational Leadership Theory predicts that you will be least successful when

When a group cannot resolve secondary tension, don't joke about the tensions because it will increase member uneasiness.

In the performing stage of group development, group members define their roles and determine group procedure.

Hidden agendas have the potential to permeate and infect all stages of group development.

During the storming stage of group development, members hesitate to express strong opinions or assert their personal needs.

An opinion seeker is fulfilling a group maintenance role.

The communication strategies for becoming a leader are not necessarily the same strategies for successful leadership.

Members from high power distance cultures probably expect or want

A summary of research on leadership and gender concludes that women

______________ are sets of expectations held by group members concerning what kinds of behavior or opinions are acceptable or unacceptable, good or bad, right or wrong, appropriate or inappropriate.

Individual group members can function in several different roles at the same time.

All of the following answers are advantages of working in groups except

On college campuses, intramural athletic teams as well as sororities and fraternities are examples of social groups.

Human Communication

Understanding Yourself

Adapting to Canadas Changing Faces

Listening, Critical Thinking and Reflective Practice

Verbal Communication

Nonverbal Communication

Understanding Interpersonal Relationships

Exploring Emotional Intelligence

Professional Relationships

Group Decision Making, Problem Solving and Conflict

Communicating in a Digital World

Creating Captivating Presentations

Language and Delivery

Filters