Question 1

If creativity is important then individual decision making tends to be more effective than group decision making.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

In discussing a given set of alternatives and arriving at a solution, group members tend to exaggerate the initial positions they hold. This phenomenon is called ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  self-concordance 
B)  groupshift 
C)  satisficing 
D)  emotional labor 
E)  groupthink 
A)  self-concordance 
B)  groupshift 
C)  satisficing 
D)  emotional labor 
E)  groupthink

Question 3

Describe the relationship between cohesiveness and productivity.

Accepted Answer

The relationship of cohesiveness and pro

Question 4

Julia, Bree, and David work in different departments but often eat lunch together. They are an example of a(n) ________ group.

Accepted Answer

A)  formal 
B)  informal 
C)  command 
D)  task 
E)  interest 
A)  formal 
B)  informal 
C)  command 
D)  task 
E)  interest

Question 5

Differentiate between formal and informal groups.

Accepted Answer

Formal groups are those defined by the o

Question 6

Which of the following statements is true about groups?

Accepted Answer

A)  All task groups are also command groups. 
B)  All command groups are also task groups. 
C)  All task groups are also friendship groups. 
D)  All command groups are also informal groups. 
E)  All interest groups are also command groups. 
A)  All task groups are also command groups. 
B)  All command groups are also task groups. 
C)  All task groups are also friendship groups. 
D)  All command groups are also informal groups. 
E)  All interest groups are also command groups.

If creativity is important then individual decision making tends to be more effective than group decision making.

In discussing a given set of alternatives and arriving at a solution, group members tend to exaggerate the initial positions they hold. This phenomenon is called ________.

Describe the relationship between cohesiveness and productivity.

Julia, Bree, and David work in different departments but often eat lunch together. They are an example of a(n) ________ group.

Differentiate between formal and informal groups.

Which of the following statements is true about groups?

Introduction to Organizational Behavior

Attitudes and Job Satisfaction

Emotions and Moods

Personality and Values

Perception and Individual Decision Making

Motivation Concepts

Motivation: From Concept to Applications

Understanding Work Teams

Communication

Leadership

Power and Politics

Conflict and Negotiation

Foundations of Organizational Structure

Organizational Culture

Organizational Change and Stress Management

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Exam 8: Foundations of Group Behavior

If creativity is important then individual decision making tends to be more effective than group decision making.

In discussing a given set of alternatives and arriving at a solution, group members tend to exaggerate the initial positions they hold. This phenomenon is called ________.

Describe the relationship between cohesiveness and productivity.

Julia, Bree, and David work in different departments but often eat lunch together. They are an example of a(n) ________ group.

Differentiate between formal and informal groups.

Which of the following statements is true about groups?

Introduction to Organizational Behavior

Attitudes and Job Satisfaction

Emotions and Moods

Personality and Values

Perception and Individual Decision Making

Motivation Concepts

Motivation: From Concept to Applications

Understanding Work Teams

Communication

Leadership

Power and Politics

Conflict and Negotiation

Foundations of Organizational Structure

Organizational Culture

Organizational Change and Stress Management

Filters