Which of the Following Is True About Self-Directed Work Teams

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about self-directed work teams?

• A) They are teams of employees that accomplish tasks within their area of responsibility with direct supervision.
• B) They are well established in the United States, but relatively new in Europe.
• C) Most self-directed work teams are based on the basic idea that when employees are isolated from decision making, they can perform better.
• D) Most companies that use such teams usually incorporate some type of group incentive pay based on the performance of the respective work teams.

Understand the modern manifestations of traditional social practices and how they relate to social class.

Distinguish between different types of family units and their social implications.

Understand how individuals navigate social class barriers and ethnic backgrounds in shaping their identities.

Evaluate the effectiveness of using social class information in marketing contexts.

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Definitions:

Technical Efficiency

The ability of an entity to maximize output for a given set of inputs, using the least possible amount of resources.

Fixed Proportion

A production scenario where inputs are used in rigid, unchanging ratios to produce outputs.

Crew Members

Individuals who work together as part of a team, especially on ships, aircraft, or in film and television productions.

Aircraft

A vehicle designed to navigate through the air.