Question 1

We can be counted on to select roles in our lives that are in harmony with one another.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

In the second stage of group development:

Accepted Answer

A) the job task is performed. 
B) close relationships are developed. 
C) intragroup conflict often occurs. 
D) the group demonstrates cohesiveness. 
A) the job task is performed. 
B) close relationships are developed. 
C) intragroup conflict often occurs. 
D) the group demonstrates cohesiveness.

Question 3

Joe is restructuring departments and is creating teams to increase the effectiveness of his departments.He recognises that the size of groups impacts their overall behaviour. Joe is forming a problem-solving group.What is a good group size to gain diverse input?

Accepted Answer

A) 12 
B) 7 
C) 3 
D) 5 
A) 12 
B) 7 
C) 3 
D) 5

Question 4

Explain the psychological contract.

Accepted Answer

The psychological contract is the unwrit

Question 5

Which one of the following characteristics is NOT part of a definition of a group?

Accepted Answer

A) interdependent 
B) organisationally assigned goals 
C) interacting 
D) two or more members 
A) interdependent 
B) organisationally assigned goals 
C) interacting 
D) two or more members

Question 6

The types of interactions among individuals,even though informal,deeply affect their behaviour and performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

A group must have at least two members and one or more objectives.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Zimbardo's simulated prison experiment involving 'normal' students at Stanford University illustrated:

Accepted Answer

A) individual communication. 
B) the sudden adaptation of new roles. 
C) a conflict of interest. 
D) group conformity. 
A) individual communication. 
B) the sudden adaptation of new roles. 
C) a conflict of interest. 
D) group conformity.

Question 9

Informal groups:

Accepted Answer

A) are defined by the organisation structure. 
B) should be formed outside working hours. 
C) are detrimental in the workplace. 
D) appear in response to the need for social contact. 
A) are defined by the organisation structure. 
B) should be formed outside working hours. 
C) are detrimental in the workplace. 
D) appear in response to the need for social contact.

Question 10

People are able to switch their identities when the situation calls for it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Explain group decision making.

Accepted Answer

Two by-products of group decision making

Question 12

Group decisions make each individual member more accountable for the group's final choice.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A person is more likely to claim their affiliation with a university if it is a well-regarded university.This is an example of which characteristic of social identity theory?

Accepted Answer

A) similarity 
B) distinctiveness 
C) status 
D) uncertainty reduction 
A) similarity 
B) distinctiveness 
C) status 
D) uncertainty reduction

Question 14

For permanent work groups,performing is the last stage in their development.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Groupthink results in:

Accepted Answer

A) unpopular decision choices. 
B) riskier decisions. 
C) hindered performance. 
D) higher quality decisions. 
A) unpopular decision choices. 
B) riskier decisions. 
C) hindered performance. 
D) higher quality decisions.

Question 16

Asch's experiments were based on workers comparing the length of lines that they had drawn.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following statements about group diversity is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Diversity appears to increase group conflict,especially in the early stages of a group's tenure. 
B) Diversity differences make such groups unable to solve problems. 
C) Diverse juries are more likely to make factual errors when discussing evidence. 
D) None of the above. 
A) Diversity appears to increase group conflict,especially in the early stages of a group's tenure. 
B) Diversity differences make such groups unable to solve problems. 
C) Diverse juries are more likely to make factual errors when discussing evidence. 
D) None of the above.

Question 18

The stage in group development which is characterised by uncertainty is:

Accepted Answer

A) norming. 
B) storming. 
C) performing. 
D) forming. 
A) norming. 
B) storming. 
C) performing. 
D) forming.

Question 19

Fuse Pty Ltd is a human resource consulting firm.From Monday through Thursday,the consultants typically have filled schedules meeting with clients and making calls to set up appointments.In contrast,their Fridays are generally fairly relaxed; they tend to spend a fair amount of time socialising with their fellow consultants.As a professional consultancy,all the employees in the firm dress fairly formally in full business attire. Jane is a new consultant at the firm.Although there is no written rule for work attire,Jane dresses fairly formally.This is most likely because of ________ norms.

Accepted Answer

A) social arrangement 
B) appearance 
C) performance 
D) allocation of resources 
A) social arrangement 
B) appearance 
C) performance 
D) allocation of resources

Question 20

Some individuals resist the constraints imposed by the group,resulting in high levels of conflict.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

We can be counted on to select roles in our lives that are in harmony with one another.

In the second stage of group development:

Joe is restructuring departments and is creating teams to increase the effectiveness of his departments.He recognises that the size of groups impacts their overall behaviour. Joe is forming a problem-solving group.What is a good group size to gain diverse input?

Explain the psychological contract.

Which one of the following characteristics is NOT part of a definition of a group?

The types of interactions among individuals,even though informal,deeply affect their behaviour and performance.

A group must have at least two members and one or more objectives.

Zimbardo's simulated prison experiment involving 'normal' students at Stanford University illustrated:

Informal groups:

People are able to switch their identities when the situation calls for it.

Explain group decision making.

Group decisions make each individual member more accountable for the group's final choice.

A person is more likely to claim their affiliation with a university if it is a well-regarded university.This is an example of which characteristic of social identity theory?

For permanent work groups,performing is the last stage in their development.

Groupthink results in:

Asch's experiments were based on workers comparing the length of lines that they had drawn.

Which of the following statements about group diversity is true?

The stage in group development which is characterised by uncertainty is:

Some individuals resist the constraints imposed by the group,resulting in high levels of conflict.

What Is Organisational Behaviour

The Individual

Attitudes and Job Satisfaction

Personality and Values

Emotions and Moods

Perception and Individual Decision Making

Motivation: From Concept to Application

Understanding Work Teams

Communication

Leadership

Power and Politics

Conflict and Negotiation

Foundations of Organisational Structure

Organisational Culture

Organisational Change and Stress Management

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Exam 8: Foundations of Group Behaviour

We can be counted on to select roles in our lives that are in harmony with one another.

In the second stage of group development:

Joe is restructuring departments and is creating teams to increase the effectiveness of his departments.He recognises that the size of groups impacts their overall behaviour. Joe is forming a problem-solving group.What is a good group size to gain diverse input?

Explain the psychological contract.

Which one of the following characteristics is NOT part of a definition of a group?

The types of interactions among individuals,even though informal,deeply affect their behaviour and performance.

A group must have at least two members and one or more objectives.

Zimbardo's simulated prison experiment involving 'normal' students at Stanford University illustrated:

Informal groups:

People are able to switch their identities when the situation calls for it.

Explain group decision making.

Group decisions make each individual member more accountable for the group's final choice.

A person is more likely to claim their affiliation with a university if it is a well-regarded university.This is an example of which characteristic of social identity theory?

For permanent work groups,performing is the last stage in their development.

Groupthink results in:

Asch's experiments were based on workers comparing the length of lines that they had drawn.

Which of the following statements about group diversity is true?

The stage in group development which is characterised by uncertainty is:

Some individuals resist the constraints imposed by the group,resulting in high levels of conflict.

What Is Organisational Behaviour

The Individual

Attitudes and Job Satisfaction

Personality and Values

Emotions and Moods

Perception and Individual Decision Making

Motivation: From Concept to Application

Understanding Work Teams

Communication

Leadership

Power and Politics

Conflict and Negotiation

Foundations of Organisational Structure

Organisational Culture

Organisational Change and Stress Management

Filters