Question 1

Which of the following statements is true of members of virtual teams?

Accepted Answer

Members of virtual teams typically rely on technology such as email and videoconferencing for communication, as they are not typically located in the same geographic area. They may not have the opportunity for frequent or consistent face-to-face meetings. Virtual teams can be both temporary or ongoing, but they are not necessarily temporary by definition.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true of team norms?

Accepted Answer

Team norms are informal rules or expectations that regulate the everyday actions of team members, allowing the team to function effectively. They cover areas such as communication, decision-making, and behavior, and are often agreed upon through discussion and consensus rather than formal agreement or signing. Therefore, option B is the correct answer. Options A, C, and D do not accurately describe team norms.

Question 3

A team of scientists is assembled to conduct research on a new source of renewable energy. Research and development will continue for one year after which the team will be disbanded. This team is an example of a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

A project team is a group of individuals assembled to work on a specific project or goal, in this case, research and development of a new source of renewable energy. The team is disbanded after one year, indicating that their work is time-bound and focused on a specific project. A self-designing team is a group of individuals who come together to manage and operate their own work processes, while an advisory team provides recommendations and guidance to decision-makers. Virtual teams, on the other hand, work remotely from different locations using technology to communicate and collaborate.

Question 4

Every team member of the games development team at Crux Corp. is present when new employees are hired. Every team member works on his or her own project and also sets a deadline for the project. This team is an example of a _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Every team member of the games development...

Question 5

A(n) _____ is created to complete specific, one-time tasks within a limited time.

Accepted Answer

A project team is specifically created to complete a one-time task within a limited timeframe. The other options listed are ongoing teams with a different purpose.

Question 6

A team of engineers and architects has been formed to work on the construction of a bridge. The team will work together on-site till the construction of the bridge is complete. Thereafter, it will be dissolved. This team is an example of a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

The team formed to work on the construction of a bridge is an example of a project team, as it is created specifically to work on a particular project (in this case, the bridge construction) and will be disbanded upon completion of that project. A self-designing team is a long-term team that is responsible for managing and improving its own performance. An advisory team is a group of experts who provide advice or recommendations to a decision-making body. A virtual team is a team where members interact primarily through technology and may be geographically dispersed.

Question 7

EmployIT is a newly established recruitment company. It does not have adequate funds to rent out an office space for its employees so all the employees work from home. The employees communicate with each other through email and a third party video chat and voice call application. This scenario illustrates that the employees are part of a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

The scenario describes a team of individuals who work remotely and communicate mainly through digital means. This is characteristic of a virtual team, which does not have a physical, centralized workspace.

Question 8

The teams working at Dixon Corp. are allowed to give their suggestions to the top management regarding the workflow and new product designs. The teams are, however, not authorized to make any management decisions and also do not have a say in the kind of projects the company accepts. These teams are an example of a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

The teams at Dixon Corp. are not authorized to make any management decisions, but are allowed to give suggestions for workflow and new product designs. This aligns with the definition of an employee involvement team, which is formed to allow employees to suggest improvement ideas to management without having decision-making authority. Option A, self-designing teams, create and design their own work processes, structures, and goals. Option B, self-managing teams, have decision-making authority and are responsible for managing their own work. Option C, traditional work teams, usually have a supervisor or manager who makes decisions and directs the team's work.

Question 9

Which of the following statements is true of members of self-managing teams?

Accepted Answer

Self-managing teams have the authority to handle and control all major tasks related to the production of a product or service without needing prior approval from management.

Question 10

A team of surgeons is working in the neuroscience unit of ColdMont Medical Hospital. The team has informally agreed to explain to the medical students interning at the hospital the specific procedures that are involved in a brain surgery. However, there are no formal guidelines mandating that students should be given an explanation. The team's agreed-on standards can be best categorized as _____.

Accepted Answer

The team's agreed-on standards are norms as they are informal rules and expectations shared by the group.

Question 11

Power Plate Inc., a consumer electronics manufacturer, introduced a new solar cooker in the market. The team responsible for the successful launch of the product consisted of product designers, innovators, engineers, marketing professionals, and sales professionals. This is an example of a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

The team described consists of individuals from different functional areas working together towards a common goal, making it a cross-functional team.

Question 12

Identify a true statement about team norms.

Accepted Answer

Team norms are informal rules and expectations that guide team behavior, communication, and decision-making. When team members are able to establish and follow positive norms, it can strengthen their commitment to the team and improve their overall performance. Flexibility in job performance isn't always a result of team norms, and team norms aren't necessarily formal agreements that are signed by team members. Attraction to a team isn't necessarily a reflection of team norms either.

Question 13

Identify a true statement about cross-functional teams.

Accepted Answer

Cross-functional teams are intentionally composed of employees from different departments of an organization. This allows for greater diversity of perspectives and expertise, leading to more creative and effective solutions to problems. Option A is incorrect as cross-functional teams can also be full-time teams. Option B is incorrect as studies have shown that cross-functional teams generate more ideas and solutions than traditional teams. Option D is incorrect as cross-functional teams approach problems from multiple perspectives.

Question 14

At Tirdes Corp., every employee manages his or her own work and bears full responsibility for the completion of the task. The employees also have complete autonomy over how they finish their work. This is an example of a _____.

Accepted Answer

This scenario describes a self-designing team, where employees have full autonomy over their work and are responsible for its completion. This differs from a traditional work group, where tasks are assigned and managed by a supervisor, and from a department team, where members work under a manager and have less autonomy. A semi-autonomous work group may have some degree of autonomy, but not to the extent described in the scenario.

Question 15

Which of the following is an advantage of project teams?

Accepted Answer

Project teams reduce communication barriers by bringing together individuals from various functions and departments to work towards a shared objective. This helps to break down silos and encourages open communication, leading to greater collaboration and smoother execution of the project. While A, B, and C could be advantages in certain contexts, they are not generally considered advantages of project teams.

Question 16

Which of the following statements is true of self-designing teams?

Accepted Answer

Self-designing teams have control over both work tasks and team membership. They are also known as self-managing teams, but they do not require management approval to perform a task. Employee involvement teams may have less autonomy than self-designing teams.

Question 17

Which of the following is a drawback of virtual teams?

Accepted Answer

Virtual teams often suffer from a sense of disconnect from the team's purpose, goals, and objectives due to the absence of face-to-face communication, which can lead to a lack of accountability and commitment to the team's work.

Question 18

The best employees from the finance, research and development, marketing, and production departments of a company formed a team to formulate strategies to help the company deal with a financial crisis. The members identified all the problem areas in their respective departments and put forward unanimous solutions to resolve the issues. This team is an example of a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

The team formed by employees from different departments is an example of a cross-functional team. These teams are created to bring together diverse skills, knowledge, and perspectives to work towards a common goal. In this case, the goal is to formulate strategies to help the company deal with a financial crisis. Cross-functional teams can be effective in solving complex problems and promoting innovation as they encourage collaboration and communication among employees from different areas of the organization.

Question 19

BreeTek is a cybersecurity company. The company has set up offices in all the major countries in the world. Software developers from different countries are required to communicate with each other regularly. As they cannot meet in person, they communicate with each other via email, videoconferencing, and group communication applications. This team of software developers is an example of a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

The team of software developers is an example of a virtual team, as they communicate with each other through electronic means rather than in person. Cross-functional teams include members from different functional areas or departments, advisory teams provide advice to the management or decision-makers, and leadership teams are responsible for leading an organization or a team.

Question 20

The management of a pizzeria has put forth a set of rules that all its employees need to follow. All the employees are required to be in the restaurant by 9:00 a.m. They are also required to wear a uniform and maintain a presentable appearance. In this case, the restaurant management has developed _____.

Accepted Answer

The management has developed norms, which are expected behaviors or rules of conduct that all employees are required to follow.

Quiz 10: Managing Teams