A Building Contractor Is Constructing 35 "Tract Homes" on Small

question 36

Multiple Choice

A building contractor is constructing 35 "tract homes" on small, adjoining parcels. The crew knows that the many subcontractors must complete their work in a proper order. What is your recommendation regarding the level of coordination required?

• A) Because this is pooled interdependence, rules from the construction industry should suffice, since everyone on the job can learn the rules for the proper ordering of subcontractors.
• B) Because this is reciprocal interdependence, cross-functional teams among all the subcontractors will be essential.
• C) Because this is sequential interdependence, regularly scheduled meetings and planning will be needed to coordinate the ordering of the work.
• D) Because this is a sociotechnical system, it is most important to design the coordination to improve efficiency, ignoring human needs.

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