Question 1

The adjourning stage of groups is seldom met with any emotional feelings or concern.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

A group's perception of its ability to successfully perform well is ______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A group's perception of its ability to...

Question 3

Describe the different task interdependence levels as they relate to team work flow.

Accepted Answer

Task interdependence is the degree to wh

Question 4

Research suggests that sometimes replacing a hierarchy with self-managing teams decreases control over individual workers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The Ringelmann effect is also known as

Accepted Answer

A) group cohesion. 
B) collective efficacy. 
C) social loafing. 
D) groupthink. 
A) group cohesion. 
B) collective efficacy. 
C) social loafing. 
D) groupthink.

Question 6

Marina is encouraging her sorority sisters to function as a cohesive group.She lists all of the following as benefits EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) you will have greater self-confidence and self-esteem if you are a regular part of the group. 
B) if you are experiencing stress, as you might during finals week, you can depend on your sisters to help get you through. 
C) if you experience a personal tragedy or challenge, your sisters will help you cope. 
D) If you are part of the sorority, you do not have to attend meetings and events often because you can depend on your sisters to cover for you. 
A) you will have greater self-confidence and self-esteem if you are a regular part of the group. 
B) if you are experiencing stress, as you might during finals week, you can depend on your sisters to help get you through. 
C) if you experience a personal tragedy or challenge, your sisters will help you cope. 
D) If you are part of the sorority, you do not have to attend meetings and events often because you can depend on your sisters to cover for you.

Question 7

Problem solving tasks

Accepted Answer

A) include actually making something such as a building, product or marketing plan. 
B) deal with creative tasks such as brainstorming a new direction or creating a new process. 
C) refer to coming up with plans for actions and making decisions. 
D) involve team members working on each task simultaneously. 
A) include actually making something such as a building, product or marketing plan. 
B) deal with creative tasks such as brainstorming a new direction or creating a new process. 
C) refer to coming up with plans for actions and making decisions. 
D) involve team members working on each task simultaneously.

Question 8

In which of the following situations would a team be needed?

Accepted Answer

A) Tasks to be performed are independent of one another. 
B) The organization benefits from shared goals. 
C) Few, specialized skills are required. 
D) Goals are low in complexity. 
A) Tasks to be performed are independent of one another. 
B) The organization benefits from shared goals. 
C) Few, specialized skills are required. 
D) Goals are low in complexity.

Question 9

Eduardo always challenges team members' positions on various issues discussed in the weekly meeting.Nannette told Eduardo yesterday, "I always have to be prepared when I present ideas to our team because I know you will question everything and make us see the other side of every issue." Eduardo performs the task role of ____________________ on the team.

Accepted Answer

A) creator 
B) contributor 
C) critic 
D) completer 
A) creator 
B) contributor 
C) critic 
D) completer

Question 10

The meaning of teamwork differs across cultures

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Two or more individuals who are associated with one another in ways not prescribed by the formal organization are a(n) ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Two or more individuals who are associated...

Question 12

Empowered teams have the responsibility and authority to achieve their goals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

*Serena listened to her manager discuss with her group the idea of painting the office walls yellow.Serena thought it was a bad idea but didn't say anything.Serena is

Accepted Answer

A) conflict avoidant 
B) group avoidant 
C) team avoidant 
D) group conforming 
A) conflict avoidant 
B) group avoidant 
C) team avoidant 
D) group conforming

Question 14

A group is a cohesive coalition of people working together to achieve mutual goals while a team is a collection of individuals who interact with each other such that one person's actions have an impact on another's.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

_______ ___________ include agreements on established ground rules, goals and roles.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______ ___________ include agreements on established ground...

Question 16

Hackman identified three major classes of tasks.List those classes and briefly describe them.

Accepted Answer

Production tasks are those involved with

Question 17

Succession planning is the identification of future members of a top management team.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The adjourning stage of groups is seldom met with any emotional feelings or concern.

A group's perception of its ability to successfully perform well is ______________.

Describe the different task interdependence levels as they relate to team work flow.

Research suggests that sometimes replacing a hierarchy with self-managing teams decreases control over individual workers.

The Ringelmann effect is also known as

Marina is encouraging her sorority sisters to function as a cohesive group.She lists all of the following as benefits EXCEPT

Problem solving tasks

In which of the following situations would a team be needed?

The meaning of teamwork differs across cultures

Two or more individuals who are associated with one another in ways not prescribed by the formal organization are a(n) ____________________.

Empowered teams have the responsibility and authority to achieve their goals.

*Serena listened to her manager discuss with her group the idea of painting the office walls yellow.Serena thought it was a bad idea but didn't say anything.Serena is

A group is a cohesive coalition of people working together to achieve mutual goals while a team is a collection of individuals who interact with each other such that one person's actions have an impact on another's.

_ _____ include agreements on established ground rules, goals and roles.

Hackman identified three major classes of tasks.List those classes and briefly describe them.

Succession planning is the identification of future members of a top management team.

Organizational Behavior

Diversity in the Workplace

Understanding People at Work: Individual Differences and Perception

Individual Attitudes and Behaviors

Theories of Motivation

Designing a Motivating Work Environment

Managing Stress and Emotions

Communication

Conflict and Negotiations

Making Decisions

Leading People Within Organizations

Power and Politics

Organizational Structure and Change

Organizational Culture

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Exam 9: Managing Groups and Teams

The adjourning stage of groups is seldom met with any emotional feelings or concern.

A group's perception of its ability to successfully perform well is ______________.

Describe the different task interdependence levels as they relate to team work flow.

Research suggests that sometimes replacing a hierarchy with self-managing teams decreases control over individual workers.

The Ringelmann effect is also known as

Marina is encouraging her sorority sisters to function as a cohesive group.She lists all of the following as benefits EXCEPT

Problem solving tasks

In which of the following situations would a team be needed?

The meaning of teamwork differs across cultures

Two or more individuals who are associated with one another in ways not prescribed by the formal organization are a(n) ____________________.

Empowered teams have the responsibility and authority to achieve their goals.

*Serena listened to her manager discuss with her group the idea of painting the office walls yellow.Serena thought it was a bad idea but didn't say anything.Serena is

A group is a cohesive coalition of people working together to achieve mutual goals while a team is a collection of individuals who interact with each other such that one person's actions have an impact on another's.

_______ ___________ include agreements on established ground rules, goals and roles.

Hackman identified three major classes of tasks.List those classes and briefly describe them.

Succession planning is the identification of future members of a top management team.

Organizational Behavior

Diversity in the Workplace

Understanding People at Work: Individual Differences and Perception

Individual Attitudes and Behaviors

Theories of Motivation

Designing a Motivating Work Environment

Managing Stress and Emotions

Communication

Conflict and Negotiations

Making Decisions

Leading People Within Organizations

Power and Politics

Organizational Structure and Change

Organizational Culture

Filters

_ _____ include agreements on established ground rules, goals and roles.