Question 1

Which of the following statements about outcome interdependence is false?

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A)  A high degree of outcome interdependence exists when team members share in the rewards that the team earns.
B)  High outcome interdependence implies that team members depend solely on their own performances for the rewards that they receive.
C)  Low outcome interdependence exists in teams in which individual members receive rewards and punishments on the basis of their own performance.
D)  Research into project teams shows that in teams in which members reflect on their performance,higher levels of outcome interdependence increase the amount of information shared among members.
E)  In teams with high outcome interdependence,the reward that the team receives is directly linked to the performance of each team member.F) A) and B)
G) B) and D)

Question 2

Which of the following is true with regard to outcome interdependence?

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A)  In an organization with compensation that has high outcome interdependence,a higher percentage of an employee's pay will depend on how well his team does.
B)  In an organization with compensation that has low outcome interdependence,members receive rewards that are dependent on their team's performance.
C)  Team reward structures with hybrid outcome interdependence reward members based solely on their own performance,irrespective of team performance.
D)  In an organization with compensation that has low outcome interdependence,a higher percentage of an employee's pay will depend on how well his team does.
E)  Team reward structures with high outcome interdependence reward members based solely on their own performance,irrespective of team performancE.In an organization with compensation that has high outcome interdependence,a higher percentage of an employee's pay will depend on how well his team does.F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 3

A high degree of outcome interdependence exists when team members share in the rewards that the team earns.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following statements about team and individualistic roles is true?

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A)  An aggressor manipulates team members for personal control.
B)  A standard-setter expresses goals for the team to achieve.
C)  A gatekeeper offers challenges to the team's status quo.
D)  A slacker brags and calls attention to him or herself.
E)  A dominator is one who encourages participation from teammates.F) B) and D)
G) C) and D)

Question 5

Tom,Dan,and Philip work in different teams at Leo Motors.Tom's team ensures that all the raw materials,machinery,tools and other production equipments are available for the employees round the clock.Any procurement needs have to be addressed to Tom,who also takes a call on the strategic decisions regarding the number of units to be produced,exported,etc.Dan works in a team of eight members who concentrate on the day-to-day production.They also ensure the quality checks are done and inspect each other's work.Philip is the operation manager,who works for five hours in the production department and then heads off to assist the management.His feedback is very crucial in improving the production process.

Accepted Answer

A)  work team
B)  management team
C)  parallel team
D)  action team
E)  project teamF) B) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 6

As the level of task interdependence increases,members must spend increasing amounts of time communicating and coordinating with other members if they want to complete tasks effectively.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

When Ben performs routine tasks needed to keep progress moving in his team,he is performing the role of a(n) :

Accepted Answer

A)  initiator-contributor.
B)  orienter.
C)  energizer.
D)  procedural-technician.
E)  compromiser.F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 8

Leo Motors utilizes the classic assembly line in manufacturing its automobile products.Which type of interdependence is depicted?

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A)  Pooled
B)  Reciprocal
C)  Response
D)  Comprehensive
E)  SequentialF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 9

In the _____ stage of team development,members are comfortable working within their roles,and the team makes progress toward goals.

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A)  performing
B)  forming
C)  storming
D)  norming
E)  adjourningF) B) and C)
G) C) and E)

Question 10

In the storming stage of team development,feelings of solidarity develop as members work toward team goals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Identify and briefly describe the five aspects of team composition.

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Question 12

The likelihood that the team can work together effectively into the future is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  team viability.
B)  surface-level diversity.
C)  team development.
D)  deep-level diversity.
E)  team integration.F) A) and B)
G) All of the above

Question 13

Which of the following is most likely to be categorized as an action team?

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A)  A team that oversees the functioning of all the teams in an organization and coordinates activities between teams
B)  A team comprising interior designers,architects,and builders involved in designing and creating the layout of a new hotel
C)  A quality control team at a factory which oversees the quality of products and recommends changes in production techniques
D)  A band travelling around the country playing shows at different venues for six months
E)  A group of four workers making a specific part on the production line of an automobile factoryF) B) and C)
G) A) and C)

Question 14

According to the value in diversity problem-solving approach,diversity on attributes such as cultural background,race,and attitudes are associated with communication problems and ultimately poor team effectiveness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following is most likely to be categorized as a work team?

Accepted Answer

A)  A team that oversees the functioning of all the teams in an organization and coordinates activities between teams
B)  A team comprising interior designers,architects,and builders involved in designing and creating the layout of a new hotel
C)  A quality control team at a factory which oversees the quality of products and recommends changes in production techniques
D)  A band travelling around the country playing shows at different venues for six months
E)  A group of four workers making a specific part on the production line of an automobile factoryF) B) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 16

In the _____ stage of group development,members remain committed to ideas they bring with them to the team,and are unwilling to accommodate others' ideas.This triggers conflict that negatively affects some interpersonal relationships.

Accepted Answer

A)  storming
B)  adjourning
C)  norming
D)  forming
E)  performingF) A) and C)
G) A) and D)

Question 17

Which of the following statements about leader-staff teams is false?

Accepted Answer

A)  The members are bound to follow their duties and do not have any scope for improving their performance.
B)  The responsibilities of the leader and the rest of the team are distinct.
C)  The leader makes decisions for the team and provides direction and control over members.
D)  The members perform assigned tasks and cannot choose their own tasks.
E)  The members have some latitude with respect to the behaviors they exhibit.F) C) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 18

Action teams:

Accepted Answer

A)  generally have tasks that are quite simple.
B)  are formed to take on "one-time" tasks.
C)  perform tasks that are normally limited in duration.
D)  invariably have low member involvement.
E)  help the organization achieve its long-term goals.F) A) and B)
G) A) and E)

Question 19

In _____ interdependence,members interact with a subset of other members to complete the team's work.

Accepted Answer

A)  pooled
B)  reciprocal
C)  response
D)  comprehensive
E)  sequentialF) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 20

In reciprocal interdependence,members are specialized to perform specific tasks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

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According to the value in diversity problem-solving approach,diversity on attributes such as cultural background,race,and attitudes are associated with communication problems and ultimately poor team effectiveness.

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In reciprocal interdependence,members are specialized to perform specific tasks.

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