MGT 5500 Exam 3 Questions and
Answers Graded A+
Punctuated equilibrium - Correct answer-Theory that groups go through periods of
stability and change
Groupthink - Correct answer-Phenomenon where group members prioritize
consensus over critical thinking
Rational model - Correct answer-Approach to decision-making based on logical
reasoning
Minimizing groupthink - Correct answer-Strategies to prevent the negative effects
of groupthink
Decision-making - Correct answer-Process of selecting the best course of action
Brainstorming - Correct answer-Technique for generating creative ideas in a group
setting
Nominal group technique - Correct answer-Structured method for group decision-
making
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, Teams - Correct answer-Groups of individuals working together towards a
common goal
Better way to use employee talents - Correct answer-Advantage of teams in
utilizing individual skills effectively
Flexible and responsive to change - Correct answer-Advantage of teams in
adapting to new circumstances
Motivational properties - Correct answer-Intrinsic motivation generated by
involvement in teams
Problem-solving teams - Correct answer-Teams focused on finding solutions to
specific challenges
Self-managed work teams - Correct answer-Teams with the authority to make
decisions and manage their own work
Cross-functional teams - Correct answer-Teams composed of individuals from
different functional areas
Virtual teams - Correct answer-Teams that collaborate remotely using technology
Communication - Correct answer-Transfer of information between individuals
Organizational communication - Correct answer-Methods used to communicate
within an organization
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Answers Graded A+
Punctuated equilibrium - Correct answer-Theory that groups go through periods of
stability and change
Groupthink - Correct answer-Phenomenon where group members prioritize
consensus over critical thinking
Rational model - Correct answer-Approach to decision-making based on logical
reasoning
Minimizing groupthink - Correct answer-Strategies to prevent the negative effects
of groupthink
Decision-making - Correct answer-Process of selecting the best course of action
Brainstorming - Correct answer-Technique for generating creative ideas in a group
setting
Nominal group technique - Correct answer-Structured method for group decision-
making
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, Teams - Correct answer-Groups of individuals working together towards a
common goal
Better way to use employee talents - Correct answer-Advantage of teams in
utilizing individual skills effectively
Flexible and responsive to change - Correct answer-Advantage of teams in
adapting to new circumstances
Motivational properties - Correct answer-Intrinsic motivation generated by
involvement in teams
Problem-solving teams - Correct answer-Teams focused on finding solutions to
specific challenges
Self-managed work teams - Correct answer-Teams with the authority to make
decisions and manage their own work
Cross-functional teams - Correct answer-Teams composed of individuals from
different functional areas
Virtual teams - Correct answer-Teams that collaborate remotely using technology
Communication - Correct answer-Transfer of information between individuals
Organizational communication - Correct answer-Methods used to communicate
within an organization
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