Question 1

When group members put concern for the group's social relations ahead of their desire to make a good decision, then the group is likely to suffer from:

Accepted Answer

A) Group Polarization 
B) Groupthink 
C) Risky Shift Phenomenon 
D) Consensus Blockage 
E) Ringi Effect 
A) Group Polarization 
B) Groupthink 
C) Risky Shift Phenomenon 
D) Consensus Blockage 
E) Ringi Effect B

Question 2

In order to achieve a consensus decision, group members should:

Accepted Answer

A) Change their position to avoid conflict. 
B) Look for collaborative solutions that allow both sides to win. 
C) Use techniques to reach agreement quickly. 
D) Discourage participation from people without strong opinions. 
E) All of the above are true. 
A) Change their position to avoid conflict. 
B) Look for collaborative solutions that allow both sides to win. 
C) Use techniques to reach agreement quickly. 
D) Discourage participation from people without strong opinions. 
E) All of the above are true. B

Question 3

Due to the increased pool of skills, groups are more efficient than individuals in making decisions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

Compared to Japanese companies, decisions made by U.S. companies:

Accepted Answer

A) Are slower. 
B) Are less likely to fail at implementation. 
C) Are quicker. 
D) Are more cost-effective. 
E) Of lower quality. 
A) Are slower. 
B) Are less likely to fail at implementation. 
C) Are quicker. 
D) Are more cost-effective. 
E) Of lower quality.

Question 5

Heterogeneous groups make better decisions than homogenous groups.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The consultative approach to group decision-making is the most time-consuming.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

When evaluating what approach a group should use to make a decision, it is important to remember that:

Accepted Answer

A) Speed is usually the most important criteria. 
B) Individuals usually make higher quality decisions than groups. 
C) Groups should be used when acceptance and implementation are important. 
D) All of the above are true. 
E) None of the above are true. 
A) Speed is usually the most important criteria. 
B) Individuals usually make higher quality decisions than groups. 
C) Groups should be used when acceptance and implementation are important. 
D) All of the above are true. 
E) None of the above are true.

Question 8

Structured decision-making techniques assume:

Accepted Answer

A) That socializing is pertinent to good decisions. 
B) That socializing is a problem in group decision-making. 
C) That participation should be unequal. 
D) All of the above 
E) None of the above
True/False 
A) That socializing is pertinent to good decisions. 
B) That socializing is a problem in group decision-making. 
C) That participation should be unequal. 
D) All of the above 
E) None of the above
True/False

Question 9

All causes of group decision-making problems are internal to the group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

What are the three causes of group decision-making problems, and their impact on group decisions?

Accepted Answer

Premature closure, or trying to avoid di

Question 11

Which of the following factors contributes to groupthink?

Accepted Answer

A) Structural decision-making flaws 
B) Cohesiveness 
C) Stress 
D) All of the above 
E) None of the above 
A) Structural decision-making flaws 
B) Cohesiveness 
C) Stress 
D) All of the above 
E) None of the above

Question 12

Compared to unstructured group decisions, the use of structured decision making techniques (such as the Nominal Group Technique):

Accepted Answer

A) Increases the amount of social communication in a group. 
B) Reduces the impact of power differences within the group. 
C) Reduces satisfaction with the group's decision. 
D) Decreases acceptance of the group decision. 
E) All of the above are true. 
A) Increases the amount of social communication in a group. 
B) Reduces the impact of power differences within the group. 
C) Reduces satisfaction with the group's decision. 
D) Decreases acceptance of the group decision. 
E) All of the above are true.

Question 13

The style of group decision making where the leader has authority to make the decision but asks for advice from the group is called:

Accepted Answer

A) Democratic 
B) Consultative 
C) Consensus 
D) Normative 
E) Superordinate 
A) Democratic 
B) Consultative 
C) Consensus 
D) Normative 
E) Superordinate

Question 14

The ________ approach to group decision-making is often used in a work group when the leader has management authority and responsibility for the group decision.

Accepted Answer

A) Democratic 
B) Consultative 
C) Consensus 
D) Normative 
E) Superordinate 
A) Democratic 
B) Consultative 
C) Consensus 
D) Normative 
E) Superordinate

Question 15

In a sample of work teams in more than 100 companies, researchers found _____ to be used most frequently.

Accepted Answer

A) Democratic 
B) Consultative 
C) Consensus 
D) Normative 
E) Superordinate 
A) Democratic 
B) Consultative 
C) Consensus 
D) Normative 
E) Superordinate

Question 16

The best approach to group decision-making is the democratic approach.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Groupthink is exemplified by historical events such as the Cuban missile crisis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

All decisions are made better by groups.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using a group to make a decision?

Accepted Answer

A) Group members pool their knowledge so they are less likely to repeat mistakes. 
B) The decision process is more efficient because of increased resources. 
C) Participants are more motivated to implement a group decision. 
D) Group members gain in knowledge by participating in the decision. 
E) All of the above are benefits of using groups. 
A) Group members pool their knowledge so they are less likely to repeat mistakes. 
B) The decision process is more efficient because of increased resources. 
C) Participants are more motivated to implement a group decision. 
D) Group members gain in knowledge by participating in the decision. 
E) All of the above are benefits of using groups.

Question 20

The style of group decision making where all group members participate and agree to accept the decision is:

Accepted Answer

A) Democratic 
B) Consultative 
C) Consensus 
D) Normative 
E) Superordinate 
A) Democratic 
B) Consultative 
C) Consensus 
D) Normative 
E) Superordinate

When group members put concern for the group's social relations ahead of their desire to make a good decision, then the group is likely to suffer from:

In order to achieve a consensus decision, group members should:

Due to the increased pool of skills, groups are more efficient than individuals in making decisions.

Compared to Japanese companies, decisions made by U.S. companies:

Heterogeneous groups make better decisions than homogenous groups.

The consultative approach to group decision-making is the most time-consuming.

When evaluating what approach a group should use to make a decision, it is important to remember that:

Structured decision-making techniques assume:

All causes of group decision-making problems are internal to the group.

What are the three causes of group decision-making problems, and their impact on group decisions?

Which of the following factors contributes to groupthink?

Compared to unstructured group decisions, the use of structured decision making techniques (such as the Nominal Group Technique):

The style of group decision making where the leader has authority to make the decision but asks for advice from the group is called:

The ________ approach to group decision-making is often used in a work group when the leader has management authority and responsibility for the group decision.

In a sample of work teams in more than 100 companies, researchers found _____ to be used most frequently.

The best approach to group decision-making is the democratic approach.

Groupthink is exemplified by historical events such as the Cuban missile crisis.

All decisions are made better by groups.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using a group to make a decision?

The style of group decision making where all group members participate and agree to accept the decision is:

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Exam 9: Decision Making

When group members put concern for the group's social relations ahead of their desire to make a good decision, then the group is likely to suffer from:

In order to achieve a consensus decision, group members should:

Due to the increased pool of skills, groups are more efficient than individuals in making decisions.

Compared to Japanese companies, decisions made by U.S. companies:

Heterogeneous groups make better decisions than homogenous groups.

The consultative approach to group decision-making is the most time-consuming.

When evaluating what approach a group should use to make a decision, it is important to remember that:

Structured decision-making techniques assume:

All causes of group decision-making problems are internal to the group.

What are the three causes of group decision-making problems, and their impact on group decisions?

Which of the following factors contributes to groupthink?

Compared to unstructured group decisions, the use of structured decision making techniques (such as the Nominal Group Technique):

The style of group decision making where the leader has authority to make the decision but asks for advice from the group is called:

The ________ approach to group decision-making is often used in a work group when the leader has management authority and responsibility for the group decision.

In a sample of work teams in more than 100 companies, researchers found _____ to be used most frequently.

The best approach to group decision-making is the democratic approach.

Groupthink is exemplified by historical events such as the Cuban missile crisis.

All decisions are made better by groups.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using a group to make a decision?

The style of group decision making where all group members participate and agree to accept the decision is:

Understanding Teams

Defining Team Success

Team Beginnings

Understanding the Basic Team Processes

Cooperation and Competition

Communication

Managing Conflict

Power and Social Influence

Leadership

Problem Solving

Creativity

Diversity

Team and Organizational Culture

Virtual Teams

Evaluating and Rewarding Teams

Team Building and Team Training

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