#1
Which of the following best describes 'team dynamics'?
The underlying forces that influence the team's behavior and performance
ExplanationTeam dynamics refers to the underlying forces that influence the team's behavior and performance.
#2
What is a key characteristic of a high-performing team?
Collective accountability
ExplanationA key characteristic of a high-performing team is collective accountability.
#3
Which factor is most critical for building trust within a team?
Transparent communication
ExplanationTransparent communication is the most critical factor for building trust within a team.
#4
Which of the following is a characteristic of an effective team leader?
Promoting open communication and facilitating team discussions
ExplanationA characteristic of an effective team leader is promoting open communication and facilitating team discussions.
#5
What is the primary purpose of setting SMART goals for a team?
To provide clear, achievable, and measurable targets that guide team efforts
ExplanationThe primary purpose of setting SMART goals for a team is to provide clear, achievable, and measurable targets that guide team efforts.
#6
Which of the following is an example of a virtual team's challenge?
Time zone differences
ExplanationTime zone differences are an example of a virtual team's challenge.
#7
Which of the following is NOT a stage of Tuckman's team development model?
Commanding
ExplanationCommanding is not a stage in Tuckman's team development model.
#8
In the context of team dynamics, what does the term 'social loafing' refer to?
The phenomenon where individual members exert less effort in a group compared to working alone
ExplanationSocial loafing is the phenomenon where individual members exert less effort in a group compared to working alone.
#9
What is the primary goal of conflict resolution in a team setting?
To maintain team harmony and productivity
ExplanationThe primary goal of conflict resolution in a team setting is to maintain team harmony and productivity.
#10
Which of the following best defines 'groupthink'?
A process where the desire for harmony in a decision-making group overrides a realistic appraisal of alternatives
ExplanationGroupthink is a process where the desire for harmony in a decision-making group overrides a realistic appraisal of alternatives.
#11
According to Bruce Tuckman's stages of group development, which stage involves team members experiencing conflicts and competing ideas?
Storming
ExplanationAccording to Bruce Tuckman's stages of group development, the 'Storming' stage involves team members experiencing conflicts and competing ideas.
#12
What is the significance of 'psychological safety' in a team?
Creating an environment where team members feel safe to take risks and express their opinions without fear of punishment or ridicule
ExplanationThe significance of 'psychological safety' in a team is creating an environment where team members feel safe to take risks and express their opinions without fear of punishment or ridicule.
#13
Which theory emphasizes the importance of matching team members' roles to their personality types for effective team dynamics?
Belbin's team roles
ExplanationBelbin's team roles emphasize matching team members' roles to their personality types for effective team dynamics.
#14
In team dynamics, what role does the 'Devil’s Advocate' play?
Challenging prevailing assumptions and status quo to prevent groupthink
ExplanationThe 'Devil’s Advocate' plays a role in challenging prevailing assumptions and status quo to prevent groupthink.
#15
How does diversity within a team impact its performance?
It enhances team performance by bringing in different perspectives and problem-solving approaches
ExplanationDiversity within a team enhances performance by bringing in different perspectives and problem-solving approaches.
#16
Which technique is most effective for resolving conflicts in a team?
Collaboration
ExplanationCollaboration is the most effective technique for resolving conflicts in a team.
#17
What is the impact of 'recognition and reward' systems on team motivation?
They increase motivation by acknowledging individual and team achievements
ExplanationRecognition and reward systems increase team motivation by acknowledging individual and team achievements.
#18
What is a common outcome of effective delegation within a team?
Enhanced team productivity and member empowerment
ExplanationA common outcome of effective delegation within a team is enhanced team productivity and member empowerment.