Question 1

A team is a group of people with a common, collective goal.

Accepted Answer

A team is indeed defined as a group of individuals working together towards a common goal, which is what distinguishes it from just any group of people.

Question 2

A team must have a mission statement because it explains the team's reason for being.

Accepted Answer

A mission statement defines the team's purpose, goals, and approach, serving as a foundational guide that explains the team's reason for existing and helps align its members towards a common objective.

Question 3

Teams are not coached - they are bossed.

Accepted Answer

Teams can be both coached and bossed, but effective team management often involves coaching, where the focus is on guiding, mentoring, and developing team members, rather than just directing them.

Question 4

Coaches promote mutual respect among team members and promote cultural diversity.

Accepted Answer

Coaches play a crucial role in fostering an environment of mutual respect and promoting cultural diversity within a team by encouraging understanding, acceptance, and collaboration among team members from various backgrounds.

Question 5

Employees always work well together as a team just because it's the right thing to do.

Accepted Answer

Employees might have different personalities, work ethics, or goals, which can lead to conflicts or challenges in teamwork, despite the general understanding that teamwork is beneficial.

Question 6

People in teams will respond to change in the same ways.

Accepted Answer

People in teams have diverse personalities, experiences, and coping mechanisms, which means they will respond to change in different ways.

Question 7

Which of the following is not classified as a type of team according to Johnson, Katner, and Kikora?&#10;A) Environmental improvement team&#10;B) Departmental improvement team&#10;C) Process improvement team&#10;D) Task force

Accepted Answer

Environmental improvement team is not classified as a type of team according to Johnson, Katner, and Kikora. Their classification includes departmental improvement teams, process improvement teams, and task forces, but does not specifically mention environmental improvement teams.

Question 8

Which of the following strategies counter the negative influences of advisor and followers?&#10;A) Personal identity of members&#10;B) Looking for disagreement among advisors&#10;C) Relationships among team members&#10;D) Follower's identity within the organization

Accepted Answer

Looking for disagreement among advisors encourages diverse perspectives and critical thinking, which can counteract negative influences by preventing groupthink and fostering a more balanced decision-making process.

Question 9

Which of the following strategies are applied in order to be a good team member?&#10;A) Establish ground rules&#10;B) Be well prepared and participate&#10;C) Identify success criteria&#10;D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following strategies are applied...

Question 10

Which of the following character traits promote successful teamwork?&#10;A) Honesty&#10;B) Controlling&#10;C) Impatience&#10;D) Need to be in-charge (bossy)

Accepted Answer

Honesty is a fundamental trait for successful teamwork as it fosters trust, open communication, and a positive working environment. Traits like being controlling, impatient, or bossy can hinder teamwork by creating conflict, reducing collaboration, and lowering team morale.

Question 11

Which of the following is a common structural inhibitor to teamwork in organizations?&#10;A) Sensitivity&#10;B) Honesty&#10;C) Accountability to management&#10;D) Tolerance

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is a common...

Question 12

Which of the following is a personally negative response to conflict?&#10;A) Filing a lawsuit&#10;B) Going into denial&#10;C) Filing a grievance&#10;D) Submitting to mediation

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is a personally...

Deck 10: Team Building and Teamwork