Mark, David, Tia, and Ashley Are Team Members in a Computer

question 109

Multiple Choice

Mark, David, Tia, and Ashley are team members in a computer programming class.They have been assigned the task of creating a computerized payroll system.Mark and Tia worked very hard and created programs that worked well.David and Ashley, however, did not work as hard as they could and created programs with numerous errors.This resulted in a payroll system which could not be implemented.The team's poor performance that was a result of David and Ashley not doing their best can be termed as:

• A)groupthink.
• B)synergy.
• C)social facilitation.
• D)hierarchical sensitivity.
• E)motivational loss.

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Assumptions

Beliefs or ideas taken for granted without proof, often forming the basis for decision-making and reasoning.

Neutral Buffer

An unbiased or impartial intermediary area or substance that mitigates the effects of extremes or facilitates the resolution of conflicts.

Direct Format

A communication style that is straightforward and clear, minimizing misunderstanding by stating information explicitly.