The Functional Chimneys Problem

question 26

Multiple Choice

The functional chimneys problem:

• A) emerges from relationships and shared interests among members.
• B) results from an invisible barrier limiting career advancement of women and minorities.
• C) is the practice of spreading rumors across functional groups.
• D) is a lack of communication across functions.
• E) is the indecisiveness seen in a functional work team.

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Definitions:

Compressed

Reduced in volume as a result of applied pressure.

Atm

Standard atmosphere, a unit of pressure defined as 101,325 Pa; commonly used as a reference pressure in physics and meteorology.

Container

An object used to hold, store, or transport items, ranging from simple boxes to large shipping containers.

Volume

The amount of space that a substance or object occupies or that is enclosed within a container.