In a Restricted Communication Network

question 21

Multiple Choice

In a restricted communication network:

• A) activities are coordinated and results pooled by a central point of control.
• B) all team members communicate directly with one another.
• C) all members of a team contribute helpful task and maintenance behaviors.
• D) polarized subgroups contest one another and may even engage in conflict.
• E) self-serving behaviors that interfere with team effectiveness are promoted.

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Definitions:

Excess Cash

The amount of cash holdings that exceed the normal operational needs of a company.

Stock Repurchase

A business operation where a company repurchases its shares from the market, leading to a decrease in the total number of shares available.

Repurchase

Another method used to pay out a firm’s earnings to its owners, which provides more preferable tax treatment than dividends.

Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares of a corporation that have been issued and are held by shareholders.