Exam 13: Groups and Teams: Increasing Cooperation,reducing Conflict

Levi led a team that has just finished up a very challenging research project that will assist management in developing long-range plans.Despite the stress of the past few months,most participants seem sad it's over.Now Levi should _____.

An example of a maintenance role is an initiator,someone who suggests new goals or ideas.

When parties to a conflict have deeply rooted,opposing value systems,collaboration is inappropriate for resolving the conflict.

Larry proposed the purchase of a new Epson copier to his boss.Amir said that he has always used and liked Xerox copiers,but when he thinks about it later,he realizes he does not really feel strongly about it.Amir should probably adopt a(n)______ conflict-handling style in this matter.

In accommodating,both parties give up something to gain something.

Which of the following is not a reason to enforce norms?

Members of a team develop their ______ based on the expectations of the team,of the organization,and of themselves.

A maintenance crew is an example of a production team.

Peer pressure,which leads group members to question the loyalty of other members who express dissent,is a symptom of _____.

Jamal points out during the meeting that the group has fallen a half hour behind schedule according to the agenda,and should get back to the important work at hand.He is performing a ______ role.

Terri was part of a 18-person grounds beautification committee,and among its responsibilities were monthly parking lot cleanup and weekly patio sweeping.He was a part of the committee at his boss's request,but had never actually helped with anything.This is likely an example of _____.

Describe the relationship between the amount of conflict and performance.With what level of conflict is performance maximized?

There is no need for virtual workers to meet regularly.

What are the differences between groups and teams?

What are the four types of work teams? Describe what each does and provide an example of each.

Administrative oversight given to self-managed teams does not typically include _____.

List the four devices for stimulating constructive conflict.

A work team that works to accomplish tasks that require people with specialized training and a high degree of coordination is called a(n)_____.

What determines the size of a team? What is an average size range of a team;what is a workable size;and what is an optimal size?

Other names for functional conflict are constructive conflict or cooperative conflict.