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What is the primary aim of concertive control in self-managed teams?
What is the primary aim of concertive control in self-managed teams?
- To allow managers to micromanage team tasks
- To discourage teamwork within the team
- To encourage team members to take responsibility for their actions (correct)
- To limit the freedom of team members
How do virtual teams differ from traditional teams?
How do virtual teams differ from traditional teams?
- Virtual teams use information technologies to connect members across different locations (correct)
- Virtual teams do not require any expertise from team members
- Virtual teams have more face-to-face interactions
- Virtual teams operate only within a physical office space
Why are virtual teams becoming more popular?
Why are virtual teams becoming more popular?
- Because virtual teams have higher rates of absenteeism
- Because it is now more feasible with advancements in IT and reduced travel costs (correct)
- Due to a decrease in the use of information technologies
- Due to decreased globalization
What type of control is exerted in self-managed teams that delegate tasks to team members?
What type of control is exerted in self-managed teams that delegate tasks to team members?
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In Lord of the Flies model, what is the primary focus when trying to get workers to take responsibility for their own behavior?
In Lord of the Flies model, what is the primary focus when trying to get workers to take responsibility for their own behavior?
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What defines virtual teams according to Townsend et al.?
What defines virtual teams according to Townsend et al.?
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What key advantage does virtual teams' use of information technologies provide?
What key advantage does virtual teams' use of information technologies provide?
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Why do self-managed teams delegate certain tasks to team members?
Why do self-managed teams delegate certain tasks to team members?
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What characteristic distinguishes virtual teams from traditional teams?
What characteristic distinguishes virtual teams from traditional teams?
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How do self-managed teams attempt to change workers' behaviors?
How do self-managed teams attempt to change workers' behaviors?
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