Workplace Decision-Making Quiz

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What is a potential disadvantage of internal competition within a team?

Destructive conflict

How does cooperation benefit individuals in a team environment?

Provides motivation and support

Why can high levels of conformity in a cooperative team be problematic?

It can reduce performance and creativity

What is a possible drawback of cooperative rewards in a team setting?

<p>Reducing individual motivation</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can a commitment to common goals benefit a team?

<p>Unite team members</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which tactic can help rebuild communication breakdowns within a team?

<p>Trust-building activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what situation can negotiation tactics be used effectively within a team?

<p>To respond to inappropriate competitive behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main issue with unhealthy agreement among team members?

<p>It may lead to bad decisions for group harmony</p> Signup and view all the answers

What potential problem can arise from using competitive tactics within a self-directed work team?

<p>It leads to hostility and conflict.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Conformity within a team can lead to being open to outside influence and willing to change the way the team operates.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cooperation always promotes healthy agreement within a team.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Decision making in a team should focus on making the best decision without considering the constraints of the situation.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

A cooperative team with high cohesion can enhance the decision-making process.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Abilene paradox occurs when group members adopt a position based on what they believe other members want.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the Abilene paradox, team members raise objections during meetings to prevent unhealthy agreement.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Unhealthy agreement in a team can lead to the team continuing to work on ineffective strategies.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Abilene paradox is an example of healthy disagreement within a team.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a cooperative team, high levels of conformity can enhance adaptation and learning.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Members of a cooperative team are more likely to challenge each other's viewpoints for improved decision-making.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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