Which of the Following Actions Does NOT Reduce Conflict Between

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions does NOT reduce conflict between employees and work teams?

• A)Reducing the amount of task interdependence.
• B)Increasing the resources available.
• C)Clarifying the responsibilities and authority of each employee.
• D)Encouraging employees to emphasize departmental rather than organizational goals.
• E)Requiring employees to learn more about each other in special sessions.

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Definitions:

Social Identity Theory

A psychological theory that posits individuals define themselves by their group membership and seek to maintain positive self-esteem through their group affiliations.

Frustration-Aggression Hypothesis

is a theory suggesting that frustration leads to aggressive behavior, as frustration creates an impetus for aggression.

Ethnic Phenotypes

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Relative Homogeneity Effect

The phenomenon whereby individuals perceive out-group members as more similar to each other than in-group members, often leading to stereotypes.