Question 1

Which of the following group characteristics is not typically associated with the occurrence of groupthink?

Accepted Answer

A)  Feeling of unanimity 
B)  Pressure to individually contribute 
C)  Illusion of invulnerability 
D)  Opposing ideas dismissed 
A)  Feeling of unanimity 
B)  Pressure to individually contribute 
C)  Illusion of invulnerability 
D)  Opposing ideas dismissed

Question 2

What is a cross functional team?

Accepted Answer

A team consisting of members f

Question 3

What is the impact of self-managed teams on the relative importance of leadership?

Accepted Answer

In many ways leadership could be conside

Question 4

The term "groupthink" was coined to communicate a highly effective group that thinks as one mind.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The objectives of interest groups are closely related to those of the organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Why do groups have norms?

Accepted Answer

Groups develop norms

Question 7

Highly cohesive formal groups may,by definition,also be cross classified as "friendship" groups.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

How can groups satisfy esteem needs?

Accepted Answer

Esteem needs may be partially met by bel

Question 9

What are the key differences between R&D and problem-solving teams?

Accepted Answer

R&D teams are mostly utilized in highly

Question 10

In the context of teams,the acronym SMT refers to ____ teams.

Accepted Answer

A)  single member 
B)  selective membership 
C)  self-managed 
D)  serial-methods 
A)  single member 
B)  selective membership 
C)  self-managed 
D)  serial-methods

Question 11

What is the difference between a work group and a team? Give an example of each.

Accepted Answer

A work group is two or more people who i

Question 12

The _______________ stage of group development can be marked by very positive emotions centering on successful task accomplishment,but it can also be a source of feelings of loss.

Accepted Answer

A)  forming 
B)  norming 
C)  performing 
D)  adjourning 
A)  forming 
B)  norming 
C)  performing 
D)  adjourning

Question 13

The failure of many teams can be traced directly to management's unwillingness to share:

Accepted Answer

A)  training materials 
B)  team members 
C)  information 
D)  responsibility 
A)  training materials 
B)  team members 
C)  information 
D)  responsibility

Question 14

_______________ needs can be satisfied through groups that provide for interaction among team members.

Accepted Answer

A)  Esteem 
B)  Social 
C)  Power 
D)  Problem-solving 
A)  Esteem 
B)  Social 
C)  Power 
D)  Problem-solving

Question 15

The authority relationship between a senior nurse and her subordinates is an example of a task group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Employees grouping together to present a unified front to management for more benefits and waitresses "pooling" their tips are examples of ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  task groups 
B)  interest groups 
C)  command groups 
D)  teams 
A)  task groups 
B)  interest groups 
C)  command groups 
D)  teams

Question 17

Describe the relation between group norms,group cohesiveness,and performance?

Accepted Answer

Norms are standards of behavior shared b

Question 18

The person who becomes an informal group leader generally is viewed as _______________.

Accepted Answer

A)  a respected and high-status member 
B)  someone who embodies the values of the group 
C)  someone who helps the group accomplish its goals 
D)  All of the choices are correct. 
A)  a respected and high-status member 
B)  someone who embodies the values of the group 
C)  someone who helps the group accomplish its goals 
D)  All of the choices are correct.

Question 19

_______________ distinguishes groups and teams.

Accepted Answer

A)  Depth of commitment 
B)  Size (groups are typically limited in size) 
C)  Scope of activities 
D)  The presence of a formally appointed leader 
A)  Depth of commitment 
B)  Size (groups are typically limited in size) 
C)  Scope of activities 
D)  The presence of a formally appointed leader

Question 20

The reward system in most organizations is _______________ based.

Accepted Answer

A)  seniority 
B)  sales 
C)  individually 
D)  team 
A)  seniority 
B)  sales 
C)  individually 
D)  team

Which of the following group characteristics is not typically associated with the occurrence of groupthink?

What is a cross functional team?

What is the impact of self-managed teams on the relative importance of leadership?

The term "groupthink" was coined to communicate a highly effective group that thinks as one mind.

The objectives of interest groups are closely related to those of the organization.

Why do groups have norms?

Highly cohesive formal groups may,by definition,also be cross classified as "friendship" groups.

How can groups satisfy esteem needs?

What are the key differences between R&D and problem-solving teams?

In the context of teams,the acronym SMT refers to ____ teams.

What is the difference between a work group and a team? Give an example of each.

The _______________ stage of group development can be marked by very positive emotions centering on successful task accomplishment,but it can also be a source of feelings of loss.

The failure of many teams can be traced directly to management's unwillingness to share:

_______________ needs can be satisfied through groups that provide for interaction among team members.

The authority relationship between a senior nurse and her subordinates is an example of a task group.

Employees grouping together to present a unified front to management for more benefits and waitresses "pooling" their tips are examples of ____________.

Describe the relation between group norms,group cohesiveness,and performance?

The person who becomes an informal group leader generally is viewed as _______________.

_______________ distinguishes groups and teams.

The reward system in most organizations is _______________ based.

Effective Managers Understand Organizational Behavior

International and Organizational Culture

Individual Differences at Work

Perceptions and Attributions

Motivation

Job Design and Performance

Evaluation and Rewards Influence Behavior

Managing Employee Behavior

Managing Individual Stress

Managing Conflict and Negotiations

Power and Politics

Communicating Effectively

Decision Making

Leadership

Organizational Structure and Design

Managing Organizational Change

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Exam 10: Groups and Teams

Which of the following group characteristics is not typically associated with the occurrence of groupthink?

What is a cross functional team?

What is the impact of self-managed teams on the relative importance of leadership?

The term "groupthink" was coined to communicate a highly effective group that thinks as one mind.

The objectives of interest groups are closely related to those of the organization.

Why do groups have norms?

Highly cohesive formal groups may,by definition,also be cross classified as "friendship" groups.

How can groups satisfy esteem needs?

What are the key differences between R&D and problem-solving teams?

In the context of teams,the acronym SMT refers to ____ teams.

What is the difference between a work group and a team? Give an example of each.

The _______________ stage of group development can be marked by very positive emotions centering on successful task accomplishment,but it can also be a source of feelings of loss.

The failure of many teams can be traced directly to management's unwillingness to share:

_______________ needs can be satisfied through groups that provide for interaction among team members.

The authority relationship between a senior nurse and her subordinates is an example of a task group.

Employees grouping together to present a unified front to management for more benefits and waitresses "pooling" their tips are examples of ____________.

Describe the relation between group norms,group cohesiveness,and performance?

The person who becomes an informal group leader generally is viewed as _______________.

_______________ distinguishes groups and teams.

The reward system in most organizations is _______________ based.

Effective Managers Understand Organizational Behavior

International and Organizational Culture

Individual Differences at Work

Perceptions and Attributions

Motivation

Job Design and Performance

Evaluation and Rewards Influence Behavior

Managing Employee Behavior

Managing Individual Stress

Managing Conflict and Negotiations

Power and Politics

Communicating Effectively

Decision Making

Leadership

Organizational Structure and Design

Managing Organizational Change

Filters