A Top Management Team That Consists of People from Different

question 61

Multiple Choice

A top management team that consists of people from different functional backgrounds and a variety of experience is considered to be

• A) a heterogeneous team
• B) a homogeneous team
• C) more common in Japan than in the United States
• D) a bad idea because they make decisions very quickly and are prone to making mistakes

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Definitions:

Cognitive Biases

Systematic patterns of deviation from norm or rationality in judgment, whereby inferences about other people and situations may be drawn in an illogical fashion.

Motivational Biases

Distortions in perception or judgment caused by personal desires, needs, or emotions rather than evidence or reason.

Authority

A recognized or official power or right to make decisions, dictate actions, or enforce obedience.

Credibility

The quality or power of inspiring belief; how trustworthy or believable a person, concept, or piece of information is perceived to be.