#1
Which of the following best describes team dynamics?
The way individuals within a team interact and relate to each other.
ExplanationTeam dynamics refer to the interaction and relationships among individuals in a team.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing team dynamics?
Team's annual revenue
ExplanationTeam dynamics are not influenced by the team's annual revenue.
#3
Which of the following is an example of a team norm?
Punctuality
ExplanationPunctuality is an example of a team norm, indicating expected behavior.
#4
What role does conflict play in team dynamics?
It is a sign of a healthy team
ExplanationConflict can be a sign of a healthy team, fostering growth and resolution.
#5
What is the primary benefit of diversity in team composition?
Improved problem-solving
ExplanationDiversity in team composition leads to improved problem-solving abilities.
#6
Which of the following is NOT a stage of Tuckman's model of group development?
Adjourning
ExplanationAdjourning is not a stage in Tuckman's model of group development.
#7
What is a common challenge faced by teams with poor dynamics?
Conflict and low morale
ExplanationTeams with poor dynamics often face challenges such as conflict and low morale.
#8
Which of the following is a characteristic of high-performing teams?
Open communication
ExplanationHigh-performing teams exhibit open and effective communication.
#9
Which of the following strategies can help improve team cohesion?
Providing opportunities for team bonding activities
ExplanationTeam cohesion can be improved by organizing team bonding activities.
#10
What is the role of a team leader in fostering positive team dynamics?
To facilitate communication and resolve conflicts
ExplanationTeam leaders play a crucial role in facilitating communication and resolving conflicts for positive team dynamics.
#11
What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals in a group tend to exert less effort when working collectively than when working individually?
Social loafing
ExplanationSocial loafing is the phenomenon of reduced individual effort in group settings.
#12
Which leadership style involves a high level of direction with little input from team members?
Autocratic
ExplanationAutocratic leadership involves high direction with minimal input from team members.
#13
What is the Tuckman model often used to describe?
Team development stages
ExplanationThe Tuckman model describes the stages of team development.
#14
What does the acronym SMART stand for in the context of team goals?
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
ExplanationSMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound in the context of team goals.
#15
What is the term for the tendency of individuals to conform to group decisions in order to avoid conflict?
Groupthink
ExplanationGroupthink is the tendency to conform to group decisions to avoid conflict.
#16
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of dysfunctional team dynamics?
Open communication
ExplanationOpen communication is not a characteristic of dysfunctional team dynamics.
#17
What is the term for a phenomenon where individuals in a group make riskier decisions than they would on their own?
Risky shift
ExplanationRisky shift is the phenomenon of individuals in a group making riskier decisions than they would individually.