The Lack of Communications Between Functional Departments in a Functional

question 68

Multiple Choice

The lack of communications between functional departments in a functional structure often results in which of the following?

• A) A lack of coordination between the functional units.
• B) A lack of expertise in solving technical problems.
• C) No clear career path is available for employees.
• D) A lack of training within the departments.

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Definitions:

Ingroup Bias

The tendency to favor and extend loyalty to members of one's own group over those of a different group.

Ingroup Favoritism

The tendency to give preferential treatment and express positive attitudes towards members of one's own group over those from other groups.

Outgroup Favoritism

The phenomenon where a person prefers and supports the members of a group they are not part of over their own group.

Social Identity

An individual's sense of who they are based on their group memberships, such as social, cultural, and occupational groups.