All of the Following Are Reasons That Teams Are More

question 32

Multiple Choice

All of the following are reasons that teams are more effective than individuals EXCEPT that ______.

• A) teams produce a greater number of ideas and pieces of information than individuals acting alone
• B) teams have higher levels of motivation and performance than individuals acting alone
• C) team members are less likely to entertain risky alternatives
• D) teams offset personal biases and blind spots that inhibit effective problem analysis

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Definitions:

Task Functions

Activities performed by team members that contribute directly to the accomplishment of group objectives and goals.

Interpersonal Relationships

The connections and interactions between two or more people, which may range from fleeting to enduring associations.

Upper Echelon Theory

A perspective in organizational sociology and management which suggests that an organization's outcomes are largely determined by the values, personalities, and experiences of its top executives.

Background Characteristics

Refers to the various personal, social, and cultural attributes an individual brings to an organizational context, such as education, experience, and demographics.