#1
Which of the following best describes team dynamics?
The interactions and processes within a team that affect its performance and effectiveness.
ExplanationTeam dynamics refer to interactions and processes affecting team performance.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective teams?
Lack of diversity
ExplanationEffective teams embrace diversity.
#3
What strategy can be used to resolve conflicts within a team effectively?
Collaboration
ExplanationCollaboration aids effective conflict resolution.
#4
What is the primary purpose of team-building activities?
To improve communication and collaboration
ExplanationTeam-building aims to enhance communication and collaboration.
#5
What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where individuals put less effort into a task when they are part of a group compared to when they are working alone?
Social loafing
ExplanationSocial loafing: reduced effort in group tasks.
#6
What is a common challenge in cross-functional teams?
Communication barriers
ExplanationCross-functional teams often face communication barriers.
#7
Which theory suggests that teams go through stages of forming, storming, norming, and performing?
Tuckman's Stages of Group Development
ExplanationTuckman's theory outlines stages of team development.
#8
What is the term used to describe the tendency of individuals to exert less effort when working in a group than when working alone?
Social loafing
ExplanationSocial loafing: reduced effort in group settings.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences team cohesion?
Size of the team
ExplanationTeam size does not directly impact cohesion.
#10
Which leadership style involves giving the team members autonomy and empowering them to make decisions?
Laissez-faire leadership
ExplanationLaissez-faire: granting autonomy to team.
#11
What is a characteristic of high-performing teams?
Low levels of conflict
ExplanationHigh-performing teams exhibit low conflict levels.
#12
What is the term for the ability of a team to adjust its actions according to the environment or circumstances?
Adaptability
ExplanationAdaptability: adjusting actions to circumstances.
#13
What does the term 'psychological safety' refer to in the context of team dynamics?
The ability of team members to express themselves without fear of negative consequences
ExplanationPsychological safety: expressing without fear of consequences.
#14
What does the term 'synergy' refer to in the context of team dynamics?
The combined effect of teamwork that is greater than the sum of individual efforts
ExplanationSynergy: combined effect greater than individual efforts.