Question 1

Leadership has a serious positive impact on a low-cohesive group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Describe a virtual team and a self-managed team.Why are these types of teams effective?

Accepted Answer

Virtual Teams: A comprehensive definitio

Question 3

The unpreparedness of U.S.forces at Pearl Harbor and the Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba have been cited as examples for:

Accepted Answer

A)  role ambiguity. 
B)  role conflict. 
C)  risky shift position. 
D)  groupthink. 
A)  role ambiguity. 
B)  role conflict. 
C)  risky shift position. 
D)  groupthink.

Question 4

Compare and contrast between work groups and teams.

Accepted Answer

The specific differences between work gr

Question 5

Models of the dynamics of group formation and functioning should progress further when issues such as demographic diversity and globalization are incorporated.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The propinquity theory is analytical and explains some of the complexities of group formation and the modern development of globalization and electronic,online networking and telecommunicating.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Reduction in the usage of designated leader titles has no effect on creating an effective team-oriented climate in an organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Besides going through the steps of training,teams also must be monitored and measured continuously on all of the following areas except:

Accepted Answer

A)  roles and norms that are negative. 
B)  goal achievements. 
C)  the team's mission. 
D)  feelings of empowerment. 
A)  roles and norms that are negative. 
B)  goal achievements. 
C)  the team's mission. 
D)  feelings of empowerment.

Question 9

Which classic theory states that persons are attracted to one another on the basis of similar attitudes toward commonly relevant objects and goals?

Accepted Answer

A)  Balance theory 
B)  Equity theory 
C)  Punctuated equilibrium model 
D)  Lobbying 
A)  Balance theory 
B)  Equity theory 
C)  Punctuated equilibrium model 
D)  Lobbying

Question 10

In the context of group dynamics,a study by Bandura and his colleagues revealed that socioeconomic status enhanced perceived personal _____,which in turn contributed substantially to a sense of collective _____ to effect social change through unified action.

Accepted Answer

A)  self-esteem; efficacy 
B)  self-worth; self-esteem 
C)  equity; identity 
D)  self-efficacy; efficacy 
A)  self-esteem; efficacy 
B)  self-worth; self-esteem 
C)  equity; identity 
D)  self-efficacy; efficacy

Question 11

Compare and contrast between membership and reference groups.Provide an example for each.

Accepted Answer

Membership groups are those to which the

Question 12

In-groups are those:

Accepted Answer

A)  to which the individual actually belongs. 
B)  to which an individual would like to belong. 
C)  who have or share dominant values. 
D)  on the outside looking in. 
A)  to which the individual actually belongs. 
B)  to which an individual would like to belong. 
C)  who have or share dominant values. 
D)  on the outside looking in.

Question 13

Today's social environment surrounding groups is changing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Identify the differentiating characteristic of a work group as compared to a team.

Accepted Answer

A)  The work group has a strong,clearly focused leader. 
B)  The work group has individual and mutual accountability. 
C)  The work group has collective work-products. 
D)  The work group has a specific purpose. 
A)  The work group has a strong,clearly focused leader. 
B)  The work group has individual and mutual accountability. 
C)  The work group has collective work-products. 
D)  The work group has a specific purpose.

Question 15

A new group technique being developed involves the clash of ideas rather than the clash of people.Identify the term used to describe this.

Accepted Answer

A)  Appreciative inquiry 
B)  Creative abrasion 
C)  Personal abrasion 
D)  Brainstorming 
A)  Appreciative inquiry 
B)  Creative abrasion 
C)  Personal abrasion 
D)  Brainstorming

Question 16

Selection of group members seems to play an important role in the effectiveness of the group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The view that group dynamics consists of a set of techniques includes which of the following variables?

Accepted Answer

A)  Internal nature of groups. 
B)  Personal abrasion. 
C)  The Johari window. 
D)  Overall cooperation. 
A)  Internal nature of groups. 
B)  Personal abrasion. 
C)  The Johari window. 
D)  Overall cooperation.

Question 18

Which of the following means that individuals affiliate with one another because of spatial or geographical proximity?

Accepted Answer

A)  Propinquity 
B)  Intensity 
C)  Certainty 
D)  Extensibility 
A)  Propinquity 
B)  Intensity 
C)  Certainty 
D)  Extensibility

Question 19

When groups are established,social comparisons and competition exist between members.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

According to various studies conducted over the years,it can be concluded that consensus may be preferred for larger,diversified firms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Leadership has a serious positive impact on a low-cohesive group.

Describe a virtual team and a self-managed team.Why are these types of teams effective?

The unpreparedness of U.S.forces at Pearl Harbor and the Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba have been cited as examples for:

Compare and contrast between work groups and teams.

Models of the dynamics of group formation and functioning should progress further when issues such as demographic diversity and globalization are incorporated.

The propinquity theory is analytical and explains some of the complexities of group formation and the modern development of globalization and electronic,online networking and telecommunicating.

Reduction in the usage of designated leader titles has no effect on creating an effective team-oriented climate in an organization.

Besides going through the steps of training,teams also must be monitored and measured continuously on all of the following areas except:

Which classic theory states that persons are attracted to one another on the basis of similar attitudes toward commonly relevant objects and goals?

In the context of group dynamics,a study by Bandura and his colleagues revealed that socioeconomic status enhanced perceived personal _,which in turn contributed substantially to a sense of collective _ to effect social change through unified action.

Compare and contrast between membership and reference groups.Provide an example for each.

In-groups are those:

Today's social environment surrounding groups is changing.

Identify the differentiating characteristic of a work group as compared to a team.

A new group technique being developed involves the clash of ideas rather than the clash of people.Identify the term used to describe this.

Selection of group members seems to play an important role in the effectiveness of the group.

The view that group dynamics consists of a set of techniques includes which of the following variables?

Which of the following means that individuals affiliate with one another because of spatial or geographical proximity?

When groups are established,social comparisons and competition exist between members.

According to various studies conducted over the years,it can be concluded that consensus may be preferred for larger,diversified firms.

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Organizational Context: Design and Culture

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Personality,perception,and Employee Attitudes

Motivational Needs,processes,and Applications

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Leadership has a serious positive impact on a low-cohesive group.

Describe a virtual team and a self-managed team.Why are these types of teams effective?

The unpreparedness of U.S.forces at Pearl Harbor and the Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba have been cited as examples for:

Compare and contrast between work groups and teams.

Models of the dynamics of group formation and functioning should progress further when issues such as demographic diversity and globalization are incorporated.

The propinquity theory is analytical and explains some of the complexities of group formation and the modern development of globalization and electronic,online networking and telecommunicating.

Reduction in the usage of designated leader titles has no effect on creating an effective team-oriented climate in an organization.

Besides going through the steps of training,teams also must be monitored and measured continuously on all of the following areas except:

Which classic theory states that persons are attracted to one another on the basis of similar attitudes toward commonly relevant objects and goals?

In the context of group dynamics,a study by Bandura and his colleagues revealed that socioeconomic status enhanced perceived personal _____,which in turn contributed substantially to a sense of collective _____ to effect social change through unified action.

Compare and contrast between membership and reference groups.Provide an example for each.

In-groups are those:

Today's social environment surrounding groups is changing.

Identify the differentiating characteristic of a work group as compared to a team.

A new group technique being developed involves the clash of ideas rather than the clash of people.Identify the term used to describe this.

Selection of group members seems to play an important role in the effectiveness of the group.

The view that group dynamics consists of a set of techniques includes which of the following variables?

Which of the following means that individuals affiliate with one another because of spatial or geographical proximity?

When groups are established,social comparisons and competition exist between members.

According to various studies conducted over the years,it can be concluded that consensus may be preferred for larger,diversified firms.

Introduction to Organizational Behavior: an Evidence-Based Approach

Environmental Context: Globalization, diversity, and Ethics

Organizational Context: Design and Culture

Organizational Context: Reward Systems

Personality,perception,and Employee Attitudes

Motivational Needs,processes,and Applications

Positive Organizational Behavior and Psychological Capital

Communication and Decision Making

Stress and Conflict

Power and Politics

Behavioral Performance Management

Effective Leadership Processes

Great Leaders: an Evidenced-Based Approach

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In the context of group dynamics,a study by Bandura and his colleagues revealed that socioeconomic status enhanced perceived personal _,which in turn contributed substantially to a sense of collective _ to effect social change through unified action.