#1
Which of the following is NOT a stage in Tuckman's model of group development?
Adjourning
ExplanationFinal stage after the task completion.
#2
Which of the following is a characteristic of a high-performing team?
Effective communication and collaboration
ExplanationKey elements for high team performance.
#3
What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals in a group tend to make riskier decisions than they would alone?
Group polarization
ExplanationTendency for group decisions to be more extreme.
#4
Which of the following best defines 'norms' within a group?
The shared expectations or standards of behavior that guide group members' actions
ExplanationGuidelines shaping group member behavior.
#5
Which of the following is a characteristic of a dysfunctional group?
Poor decision-making and lack of accountability
ExplanationIneffective decision processes and responsibility.
#6
What concept refers to the tendency for individuals to exert less effort when working collectively than when working individually?
Social loafing
ExplanationReduced individual effort in group settings.
#7
Which theory suggests that individuals compare their input-outcome ratios with those of relevant others and adjust their performance accordingly?
Social exchange theory
ExplanationPeople weigh costs and benefits in social interactions.
#8
What does the term 'cohesion' refer to in the context of group dynamics?
The degree of attraction and liking among group members and their commitment to remaining in the group
ExplanationStrength of interpersonal bonds in a group.
#9
Which leadership style is characterized by a leader who delegates authority and empowers team members to make decisions?
Laissez-faire leadership
ExplanationHands-off approach to leadership.
#10
Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing group cohesion?
Task interdependence
ExplanationIndependence of tasks does not affect cohesion.
#11
What does the term 'social identity' refer to in the context of group dynamics?
The psychological sense of belonging and self-esteem derived from group membership
ExplanationSelf-concept based on group affiliation.
#12
In the context of group decision-making, what does 'Groupthink' refer to?
The desire for harmony or conformity in the group results in irrational or dysfunctional decision-making
ExplanationConformity leading to flawed group decisions.
#13
Which of the following is a strategy to manage conflict within a group effectively?
Collaboration
ExplanationWorking together to find solutions.
#14
What is the term used to describe the process of integrating individual goals with organizational goals to enhance performance?
Alignment
ExplanationAligning individual and organizational objectives.
#15
According to Hackman's model, what are the two critical enabling conditions for team effectiveness?
Clear goals and autonomy
ExplanationClear objectives and freedom in decision-making.
#16
Which leadership theory emphasizes the importance of matching a leader's style to the developmental level of subordinates?
Situational leadership theory
ExplanationAdapting leadership style to follower readiness.
#17
What is the term for a psychological phenomenon where individuals tend to attribute their successes to internal factors and their failures to external factors?
Self-serving bias
ExplanationTendency to credit success and blame failure externally.