Question 1

Which of the following is NOT an example of a task group?
A) A task force
B) A team
C) The audit department
D) A principles of management class
E) An NFL team

Accepted Answer

The audit department is not a task group because it is a permanent department within an organization with an ongoing function, rather than a group formed for a specific task or project. The other options (A, B, D, and E) are all examples of task groups.

Question 2

When an organization assigns you to a group for a specific length of time to accomplish a specific goal,you are a member of a(n)____ group.
A) functional
B) interest
C) task
D) informal
E) change

Accepted Answer

A task group is a group that is assigned to complete a specific task or to achieve a particular goal within a specific time frame. This type of group is created for a particular purpose and dissolves once the goal has been achieved. Therefore, it is the most appropriate choice for this scenario. The other options - functional, interest, informal, and change groups - are not specifically designed to complete a particular task within a limited period.

Question 3

Which of the following is a primary factor in distinguishing among different types of groups?
A) Size
B) Type of leader involved
C) Organizational level
D) Goal or purpose
E) None of these choices

Accepted Answer

The goal or purpose of a group is the primary factor in distinguishing among different types of groups. The other factors may also be relevant but are not as fundamental as the central goal or purpose of the group.

Question 4

Interest groups
A) are not formed by the organization.
B) have goals that are consistent with the organization's goals.
C) will go away if ignored.
D) have a specified time horizon.
E) have little impact on the organization.

Accepted Answer

Interest groups are typically formed by individuals or entities outside of the organization to influence its decisions or policies, not by the organization itself.

Question 5

The head of the management department formed a committee and charged them to develop a policy document for evaluating faculty members.The committee will disband when this task is completed.What kind of group is this?
A) Functional
B) Task force
C) Interest
D) Informal
E) Hierarchical

Accepted Answer

The group formed to develop a policy document for evaluating faculty members is a task force because it has a specific task to complete and will disband once that task is completed. A functional group is a permanent group formed to perform a specific organizational function, an interest group forms around a shared interest or issue, an informal group is formed by individuals based on personal relationships or common interests, and a hierarchical group is a group with a clear leader and subordinate structure.

Question 6

A group created by an organization to accomplish a limited number of goals within a stated time is a(n)
A) functional group.
B) task group.
C) interest group.
D) informal unit.
E) quality circle.

Accepted Answer

A group created by an organization to accomplish a limited number of goals within a stated time frame is a task group. The other options do not specify a limited number of goals or a time frame for the group's existence.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a type of team?
A) Autonomous work group
B) Interest group
C) Quality circle
D) Problem-solving team
E) Virtual team

Accepted Answer

Interest group is not a type of team. It is a group of people who share a common interest or goal but do not necessarily work together to achieve it. Autonomous work group, quality circle, problem-solving team, and virtual team are all types of teams commonly found in organizations.

Question 8

Which of the following statements accurately describes a task group?
A) Task groups are created to accomplish a wide range of purposes.
B) Task groups are formed by the members.
C) Task groups have a stated or implied time horizon.
D) Task groups can be an autonomous work group or a functional group.
E) The purposes for the task group's existence may not be consistent with those of the organization.

Accepted Answer

Task groups typically have a specific end goal in mind and a time frame for achieving it.

Option A is not specific enough as it does not describe the nature of the purposes. Option B is incorrect as task groups are usually formed by management or appointed by the organization, not the members themselves. Option D is too broad as it includes two different types of groups. Option E may be true in some cases, but it is not a defining characteristic of task groups.

Question 9

One may assume that after a functional group accomplishes its current objectives,it will
A) cease to exist.
B) get another objective.
C) become a task group.
D) develop into an interest group.
E) need to restart at the forming level of group development if it is called upon to accomplish a new objective.

Accepted Answer

Groups, especially those in organizations, usually have ongoing objectives and goals they work towards. Once they accomplish their current objective, they may get another objective rather than ceasing to exist or starting from scratch as a new forming group. Therefore, choice B is the best answer.

Question 10

Kraft brought together representatives from operations,marketing,and finance to assess the likely success of a new product.Kraft has created a(n)____ group.
A) functional
B) interest
C) task
D) informal
E) change

Accepted Answer

Task groups are created to accomplish a specific task or goal, such as assessing the potential success of a new product. In this case, Kraft has brought together representatives from different functions (operations, marketing, and finance) to achieve this goal. Therefore, the best choice is (C) task group. (A) functional groups are ongoing groups based on the departments or functions of an organization. (B) interest groups are formed based on common interests or beliefs. (D) informal groups are not created by management and may not have a specific task or goal. (E) change groups are created to facilitate change within an organization.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a group in an organization?
A) It has a specific number of people.
B) Its members regularly interact.
C) It is created to accomplish a goal.
D) It can evolve inside the normal organization structural boundaries.
E) It can evolve outside the normal organization structural boundaries.

Accepted Answer

The number of people in a group can vary over time and is not a defining characteristic of a group.

Question 12

Collene sits with Matt,Chris,Weining,and Architha at lunch.They discuss politics.The group may add or lose a member,and how long they will meet is unclear.What kind of group is this?
A) Functional
B) Interest
C) Formal
D) Task
E) Impromptu

Accepted Answer

This group is an interest group because they are gathered based on a shared interest in politics, without a formal structure or specific task.

Question 13

A group created by the organization to accomplish a number of purposes during an indefinite time period is a(n)
A) functional group.
B) informal group.
C) task force.
D) project group.
E) interest group.

Accepted Answer

Functional groups are permanent parts of the organization's structure, created to perform ongoing tasks or functions.

Question 14

A receptionist at Lawrence Orthopedics is a member of a(n)
A) functional group.
B) informal group.
C) work team.
D) task group.
E) quality circle.

Accepted Answer

A receptionist at Lawrence Orthopedics is part of a functional group, which is a group of employees who perform the same type of work or have similar skills and responsibilities within an organization.

Question 15

Siemens reorganized its structure.Planning the change were members from HR,strategic planning,communications,operations and the new cluster president.After the change was implemented,the group stopped meeting.This was a(n)
A) functional group.
B) informal group.
C) work team.
D) task group.
E) quality circle.

Accepted Answer

A task group is formed to accomplish a specific objective, and once the task is completed, the group disbands. In this scenario, the group was formed to plan and implement a structural reorganization at Siemens, and it stopped meeting after the change was implemented, which is characteristic of a task group.

Question 16

Organizations form ____ groups.
A) functional and interest
B) functional and informal
C) task and interest
D) interest and informal
E) task and functional

Accepted Answer

Organizations form task groups and functional groups to accomplish specific goals and objectives. Task groups are formed for a specific project or assignment, while functional groups are permanent and focus on specific functions such as marketing, finance, or operations. Interest groups and informal groups are not formed through the organizational structure and may not have a defined purpose within the organization.

Question 17

When an organization decides to use teams,it is
A) usually making a mistake.
B) implementing a form of organizational change.
C) using functional groups to resolve the organization's problems.
D) fostering cohesiveness.
E) violating the basic tenet of organizational design that calls for "one person,one boss."

Accepted Answer

Implementing teams is a form of organizational change as it involves a shift from individual work to collaborative work, and requires new structures, processes, and roles to be put in place to support teamwork.

Question 18

Departments such as personnel,finance,and public relations are all examples of ____ groups.
A) task
B) operative work
C) functional
D) interest
E) autonomous work

Accepted Answer

Functional groups refer to departments or divisions within an organization that serve a specific function, such as personnel, finance, and public relations. These groups are responsible for carrying out tasks related to their functional area and contributing to the overall goals of the organization.

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT an example of a functional group?
A) Production department of a manufacturing firm
B) Management department of a business school
C) Project team in a high-tech firm
D) Hospital nursing staff
E) Accounting staff in a retail firm

Accepted Answer

Functional groups are permanent parts of an organization's structure, designed to perform ongoing tasks or activities, such as production, management, and accounting. A project team, however, is typically a temporary arrangement created to address specific projects or problems, making it not an example of a functional group.

Question 20

The Manchester athletic department created a group to raise money for a new track.This is an example of a
A) functional group.
B) work unit.
C) task group.
D) special interest group.
E) quality circle.

Accepted Answer

A task group is created to accomplish a specific goal or solve a particular problem. In this case, the Manchester athletic department created a group with the goal of raising money for a new track. Therefore, it is a task group.

Quiz 18: Managing Work Groups and Teams

Which of the following is NOT an example of a task group?

When an organization assigns you to a group for a specific length of time to accomplish a specific goal,you are a member of a(n) ____ group.

Which of the following is a primary factor in distinguishing among different types of groups?

Interest groups

The head of the management department formed a committee and charged them to develop a policy document for evaluating faculty members.The committee will disband when this task is completed.What kind of group is this?

A group created by an organization to accomplish a limited number of goals within a stated time is a(n)

Which of the following is NOT a type of team?

Which of the following statements accurately describes a task group?

One may assume that after a functional group accomplishes its current objectives,it will

Kraft brought together representatives from operations,marketing,and finance to assess the likely success of a new product.Kraft has created a(n) ____ group.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a group in an organization?

Collene sits with Matt,Chris,Weining,and Architha at lunch.They discuss politics.The group may add or lose a member,and how long they will meet is unclear.What kind of group is this?

A group created by the organization to accomplish a number of purposes during an indefinite time period is a(n)

A receptionist at Lawrence Orthopedics is a member of a(n)

Siemens reorganized its structure.Planning the change were members from HR,strategic planning,communications,operations and the new cluster president.After the change was implemented,the group stopped meeting.This was a(n)

Organizations form ____ groups.

When an organization decides to use teams,it is

Departments such as personnel,finance,and public relations are all examples of ____ groups.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a functional group?

The Manchester athletic department created a group to raise money for a new track.This is an example of a