A Cross-Functional Work Team Is Having Difficulties in Operating Smoothly

question 107

Multiple Choice

A cross-functional work team is having difficulties in operating smoothly, and friction has developed among some of the members.Many of the strongest complaints are from the representatives of management who complain that the research scientists are disorganized, haphazard, and undisciplined.Managers complain that the scientists do not adhere to any fixed rules or procedures.On the other hand, the research scientists complain that the managerial representatives are excessively rule-oriented bureaucrats and have no flexibility or spontaneity.The MAIN problem with this team seems to be centered around differences in:

• A) interpersonal orientation.
• B) time orientation.
• C) goal orientation.
• D) formality of structure.

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Definitions:

Comparative Advantage

A principle in economics that asserts a country's ability to produce a good at a lower opportunity cost compared to another country, fostering global trade efficiency.

Opportunity Cost

The cost of forgoing the next best alternative when making a decision, a fundamental concept in economics that emphasizes the potential benefits that are lost when choosing one option over another.

Comparative Advantage

The ability of a party to produce a particular good or service at a lower marginal and opportunity cost over another.

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