Question 1

All members of group A have reached a level where they have an outstanding development.They have learned to work as a team and have a high level of satisfaction.They also have an effective group structure and process.What stage of development does group A acquire?
A)Stage 1: Termination
B)Stage 2: Forming
C)Stage 3: Storming
D)Stage 4: Performing

Accepted Answer

Group A has reached the Performing stage of development. This is the final stage where the group has achieved cohesiveness, effective communication, and a shared understanding of goals and expectations. The focus of the group is on accomplishing tasks and achieving success.

Question 2

__________________ is/are the acceptance and satisfaction members receive from their group status.
A)Titles
B)Awards
C)Status Congruence
D)Popularity

Accepted Answer

Status Congruence refers to the degree to which an individual's status is perceived to match the status requirements of their group. It involves the acceptance and satisfaction that members derive from their group and is determined by the degree of congruence between the status characteristics of the individual and those of the group. Titles, awards, and popularity can also contribute to group acceptance and satisfaction, but they are not as directly related to status congruence as the correct answer.

Question 3

Three department managers are having a meeting.They have had problems working together before,but currently are developing competence.They have learned to work together and are developing friendships.Which stage of group development are the managers portraying?
A)performing
B)forming
C)norming
D)termination

Accepted Answer

The managers are in the norming stage, as they have learned to work together and are developing friendships. In the forming stage, group members are just getting to know each other, and in the performing stage, the group is focused on achieving their goals. Termination occurs when the group disbands or the project is completed.

Question 4

___________ is/are the perceived ranking of one member relative to other members in the group.
A)Titles
B)Status
C)Position
D)Roles

Accepted Answer

Status refers to the perceived ranking of one member relative to other members in the group. Titles, position, and roles may be related to status, but do not fully encompass the concept.

Question 5

The five stages of group development include all of the following except ________.
A)storming
B)cohesiveness
C)performing
D)norming

Accepted Answer

The five stages of group development include forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning. Cohesiveness refers to the level of attraction or unity among group members and is not considered a stage of group development.

Question 6

There are two key variables in each stage of group development._____ tends to continue to increase over time,whereas ____ tends to start high,drop off,and then rise.
A)Commitment;roles
B)Structure;competence
C)Competence;commitment
D)Norms;roles

Accepted Answer

Competence tends to continue to increase over time as group members become more skilled and comfortable with their tasks. Commitment tends to start high, drop off as conflicts and challenges arise, and then rise as the group resolves these issues and achieves its goals. This is described by Tuckman's model of group development, which includes the stages of forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning.

Question 7

Stage 1 of group development is also known as the __________.
A)Change stage
B)Orientation stage
C)Dissatisfaction stage
D)Storming stage

Accepted Answer

Stage 1 of group development is also known as the orientation stage. During this stage, group members get to know each other, establish a sense of belonging and begin to understand the goals and objectives of the group.

Question 8

Trae,Jose,and Bill have been working as a group for a couple of months.Unfortunately,each member has had enough of the chaos and are wanting to leave the organization.What stage of development have these members reached?
A)Forming
B)Storming
C)Performing
D)Termination

Accepted Answer

The members wanting to leave the organization indicates they are in the Termination stage, where the group disbands or individuals leave.

Question 9

As a manager you and the group members share decisions making skills.What type of management style are you using for stage 3 of the stages of development?
A)Directive
B)Supportive
C)Participative
D)Empowerment

Accepted Answer

Stage 3 of the stages of development is the "norming" stage, where group members begin to work together effectively and share decision-making responsibilities. The participative management style involves collaboration and involving team members in the decision-making process, making it the best choice for this stage of development. The directive management style involves a top-down approach and would not be appropriate for a team that is already working well together. The supportive and empowerment management styles focus on providing resources and encouragement to team members, but do not necessarily involve shared decision-making.

Question 10

What stage of development is characterized by a low development level and tend to have moderate to high commitment to group goals and tasks.
A)Forming
B)Storming
C)termination
D)decision making

Accepted Answer

The "Forming" stage is characterized by low development levels as team members are just getting to know each other and understanding group goals, often showing moderate to high commitment to these goals.

Question 11

The ________ stage of group development is also known as the dissatisfaction stage.
A)Forming
B)Norming
C)Storming
D)Termination

Accepted Answer

During the storming stage of group development, conflicts and disagreements may arise as the group members attempt to determine their roles, responsibilities, and group goals. This can lead to dissatisfaction and tension within the group.

Question 12

Command groups do not usually reach this stage,unless there is some drastic reorganization.What is this stage called?
A)adjourning stage
B)resolution stage
C)forming stage
D)consultative stage

Accepted Answer

The adjourning stage, also known as the mourning or termination stage, is the final stage in the life cycle of command groups. It occurs when the group has completed its task and is no longer needed, or when the group is disbanded due to reorganization or outside factors beyond the group's control. During this stage, members may experience a sense of loss or sadness, as they have developed relationships and a sense of belonging within the group.

Question 13

_________________ members have a major impact on a group's performance.
A)Low-Status
B)High-Status
C)Productive
D)Successful

Accepted Answer

High-Status members have a major impact on a group's performance as they often hold positions of leadership and can influence the group's dynamics and decision-making processes. Low-Status members may have less influence and may struggle to have their ideas heard or implemented. Productive and successful members may also have a positive impact on group performance, but their status within the group is not necessarily a determining factor in their effectiveness.

Question 14

The stage of development Group A has acquired is also called the ______ stage?
A)production
B)participative
C)team building
D)reorganization

Accepted Answer

The answer of The stage of development Group A has...

Question 15

As a(n)_____,it is your job to build great teams.
A)Citizen
B)Athlete
C)Employee
D)Manager

Accepted Answer

The job of building great teams falls under the responsibilities of a manager. A manager's main duty is to manage a team of employees and ensure they work together efficiently towards achieving set goals. They also oversee the hiring process, team building activities and address conflicts within the team. Therefore, a manager is the best choice for this question.

Question 16

Stage 3 of the stages of development is characterized by___________.
A)high development
B)outstanding development
C)decision making
D)low development

Accepted Answer

Stage 3 of the stages of development is characterized by high development.

Question 17

Which type of management style is appropriate during the storming stage?
A)participative
B)consultative
C)authoritative
D)autocratic

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which type of management style is appropriate...

Question 18

Joseph is the manager for JeanCo and has given the members of group A the authority to do their task in their own way.He also allows the members to make decisions of their own.What type of management style is Joseph using?
A)Leadership
B)Directive
C)Empowerment
D)Autocratic

Accepted Answer

Joseph is using an empowerment management style, where he is giving his team the authority to do their tasks in their own way and make their own decisions. This approach empowers the team to take ownership of their work and fosters creativity and innovation. It is a more hands-off approach than a directive or autocratic management style, where the manager would dictate how tasks are done and make all the decisions. Leadership is a broader term and could encompass any management style, including empowerment.

Question 19

During the dissatisfaction stage,the group needs to work on resolving two issues before they can move on to the next stage of development.What are the two issues that need to be resolved?
A)Structure and process issues
B)Structure and performance issues
C)Structure and organizational issues
D)Structure and management issues

Accepted Answer

During the dissatisfaction stage, the group needs to work on resolving structure and process issues. This means that the group needs to evaluate their current organizational structure and how they go about completing tasks and make changes as necessary to improve efficiency and productivity. Resolving these issues will allow the group to move on to the next stage of development, the resolution stage.

Question 20

The stronger the agreement with and commitment to the achievement of the group's ________________,the higher the cohesiveness of the group.
A)Size
B)Success
C)Participation
D)Objectives

Accepted Answer

Cohesiveness is highest when the group members have a strong agreement with and commitment to the achievement of the group's objectives. When the group shares a common goal, they are more likely to work together and support one another, which enhances group cohesiveness. Size, success, and participation may also influence group cohesiveness, but not to the same extent as having a shared objective.

Quiz 8: Managing Team Work

All members of group A have reached a level where they have an outstanding development.They have learned to work as a team and have a high level of satisfaction.They also have an effective group structure and process.What stage of development does group A acquire?

__________________ is/are the acceptance and satisfaction members receive from their group status.

Three department managers are having a meeting.They have had problems working together before,but currently are developing competence.They have learned to work together and are developing friendships.Which stage of group development are the managers portraying?

___________ is/are the perceived ranking of one member relative to other members in the group.

The five stages of group development include all of the following except ________.

There are two key variables in each stage of group development._ tends to continue to increase over time,whereas tends to start high,drop off,and then rise.

Stage 1 of group development is also known as the __________.

Trae,Jose,and Bill have been working as a group for a couple of months.Unfortunately,each member has had enough of the chaos and are wanting to leave the organization.What stage of development have these members reached?

As a manager you and the group members share decisions making skills.What type of management style are you using for stage 3 of the stages of development?

What stage of development is characterized by a low development level and tend to have moderate to high commitment to group goals and tasks.

The ________ stage of group development is also known as the dissatisfaction stage.

Command groups do not usually reach this stage,unless there is some drastic reorganization.What is this stage called?

_________________ members have a major impact on a group's performance.

The stage of development Group A has acquired is also called the ______ stage?

As a(n) _____,it is your job to build great teams.

Stage 3 of the stages of development is characterized by___________.

Which type of management style is appropriate during the storming stage?

Joseph is the manager for JeanCo and has given the members of group A the authority to do their task in their own way.He also allows the members to make decisions of their own.What type of management style is Joseph using?

During the dissatisfaction stage,the group needs to work on resolving two issues before they can move on to the next stage of development.What are the two issues that need to be resolved?

The stronger the agreement with and commitment to the achievement of the group's ________________,the higher the cohesiveness of the group.