PA115 SHORT FINALS (2-FINALS)

What is a key feature of a group?

• Members have no common purpose

• Members perceive themselves as a group

• Members work independently

• Members are always in conflict

Which type of group is formed spontaneously by individuals with shared interests?

• Task Forces

• Interest Groups

• Command Groups

• Formal Work Groups

What is a characteristic of effective teams?

• Members work in isolation

• Members have conflicting goals

• Members avoid collaboration

• Members have complementary skills

What stage of group development involves conflict and confrontation?

• Adjourning

• Norming

• Storming

• Forming

What is the primary focus of task-oriented roles in a group?

• Fulfilling individual needs

• Establishing norms

• Reaching performance goals

• Building camaraderie

Which of the following is a disadvantage of large groups?

• Better interaction

• Lower productivity

• Higher job satisfaction

• Increased communication

What is the purpose of work group norms?

• To encourage individualism

• To eliminate all conflicts

• To provide guidelines for acceptable behavior

• To increase group size

What does groupthink lead to?

• Deterioration of mental efficiency

• Enhanced decision-making

• Better group cohesion

• Increased creativity

What is social loafing?

• Improved individual performance

• Enhanced collaboration

• Reduced effort in group contexts

• Increased effort in groups

What is a common characteristic of virtual teams?

• Members collaborate through electronic communication

• Members have no defined roles

• Members are located in the same office

• Members work face-to-face