Question 1

Which type of teams have members who are very similar to one another?

Accepted Answer

Homogeneous teams consist of members who are very similar to one another in terms of skills, demographics, or viewpoints.

Question 2

In the context of effective teams, __________ are activities that directly contribute to the performance of a team.

Accepted Answer

Task needs are activities that directly contribute to the performance of a team by focusing on the tasks that need to be accomplished for the team to achieve its goals.

Question 3

Which of the following is a sequence of planned activities designed to gather and analyze data on the functioning of a team and to initiate changes designed to improve teamwork and increase team effectiveness?

Accepted Answer

Team building is a sequence of planned activities aimed at improving teamwork and team effectiveness by gathering and analyzing data on how a team functions and initiating changes based on that analysis.

Question 4

Which of the following statements regarding characteristics of high-performance teams is INCORRECT?

Accepted Answer

High-performance teams emphasize collaboration and collective effort rather than focusing solely on individual effort and excellence. While individual excellence is important, the synergy of a team working together towards common goals is what typically defines high-performance teams.

Question 5

Which of the following is true of teams with high collective intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Teams with high collective intelligence typically feature a balanced contribution from all members, rather than being dominated by one or a few individuals. This allows for a diverse range of ideas and perspectives, enhancing the team's problem-solving abilities and creativity.

Question 6

__________ is the third step in the team-building process.

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ is the third step in the...

Question 7

The shared intelligence that emerges when a group of people work together in a collaborative way is called:

Accepted Answer

Collective intelligence refers to the enhanced capacity and knowledge that emerges from the collaboration and collective efforts of many individuals. It is a concept that highlights how groups can come together to solve problems, innovate, or make decisions more effectively than individuals acting alone.

Question 8

Which of the following is the correct sequence of steps in team building?

Accepted Answer

E) Problems or opportunity in team effectiveness; data gathering and analysis; planning for team improvements; actions to improve team functioning; and evaluation of results. This sequence effectively captures the iterative process of team building, starting from identifying issues or opportunities, through planning and action, to evaluation and further improvement.

Question 9

What is the advantage of an odd-numbered team in decision making?

Accepted Answer

Odd-numbered teams help rule out ties when voting is required, ensuring that a clear decision can be made without the need for further discussion or tie-breaking mechanisms.

Question 10

A team member contributes __________ leadership by encouraging the participation of others, trying to harmonize differences of opinion, praising the contributions of others, and agreeing to go along with a popular course of action.

Accepted Answer

The described leadership style focuses on promoting group harmony and interpersonal relationships, which falls under the category of maintenance leadership.

Question 11

Which of these is NOT appropriate in creating a high-performing team?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring that new information is kept to a minimum can hinder a team's ability to adapt and innovate, which is contrary to the principles of creating a high-performing team. High-performing teams thrive on new information and challenges to foster learning, growth, and adaptability.

Question 12

The tendency for increasing diversity among team members to create difficulties even as it offers improved potential for problem solving is known as the __________.

Accepted Answer

The correct term is "diversity-consensus dilemma," which describes the situation where a team's diversity can lead to better problem-solving due to a variety of perspectives, but it can also make it harder to reach a consensus because of differing viewpoints and experiences.

Question 13

In the context of onboarding new members to a team, __________ are individuals who act in a passive, reflective, and even single-minded manner while struggling with the fit between individual goals and group directions.

Accepted Answer

Objective thinkers are individuals who tend to be passive and reflective, often struggling with aligning their personal goals with the group's directions.

Question 14

The FIRO-B theory (FIRO = fundamental interpersonal relations orientation) suggests that teams whose members have __________ needs are likely to be more effective than teams whose members have __________ needs.

Accepted Answer

The FIRO-B theory posits that teams are more effective when members have compatible interpersonal needs, as this compatibility facilitates better communication, cooperation, and overall team dynamics.

Question 15

Which of the following statements provides an accurate description of homogeneous teams?

Accepted Answer

Homogeneous teams consist of members who are very similar in terms of their backgrounds, skills, attitudes, and experiences. This similarity often makes communication and coordination easier, leading to a more enjoyable team experience.

Question 16

The FIRO-B theory (FIRO = fundamental interpersonal relations orientation) examines differences in how people relate to one another based on their needs to express and receive feelings of __________.

Accepted Answer

The FIRO-B theory focuses on three primary needs in interpersonal interactions: inclusion (being part of a group), control (having influence or being influenced), and affection (forming close personal relationships).

Question 17

__________ is NOT one of the problems that new group members worry about during the onboarding process.

Accepted Answer

Lack of originality is not typically a concern for new group members during the onboarding process. New members are more often worried about how they will participate, what the goals of the group are, how control is distributed within the group, and what processes the group follows.

Question 18

What are the three common behavior profiles of people who try to cope with onboarding problems in self-serving ways?

Accepted Answer

The three common behavior profiles are "tough battler," "friendly helper," and "objective thinker," which describe different self-serving coping strategies during onboarding challenges.

Question 19

As a team gets larger, all of the following things tend to happen EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

As a team grows in size, communication issues, coordination difficulties, decreased member satisfaction, and increased social loafing are common challenges. However, larger teams do not necessarily lead to decreased turnover and absenteeism; in fact, these issues may increase due to the challenges of managing a larger group.

Question 20

All of the following statements about maintenance activities are true EXCEPT that:

Accepted Answer

Maintenance activities are primarily focused on the social and interpersonal aspects of group dynamics, such as encouraging participation, setting a positive tone, and resolving conflicts, rather than initiating discussion or sharing information, which are more related to task-oriented activities.

Quiz 6: Work Well in Teams