(for Expert_Researcher)

Question 1

Large groups are less effective because:

		there are more disagreements, subgroups form, and conflicts arise.
		members feel like a part of the group.
		there is more agreement.
		more questions are asked.

Question 2

Control over information affects leader power because:

		the leader has control over what and where information is distributed.
		leaders providing materials have more power than those who receive them.
		leaders recognize that information is a secondary business resource.
		the leader has control over how and to whom information is distributed, and leaders recognize that information is a primary business resource.

Question 3

Organizations using global teams cannot skimp on training because:

		training can change cultures.
		countries are located in different time zones.
		language and cross-cultural education can help overcome cultural hurdles.
		team members have the same understanding of English.

Question 4

Which of the following is a factor that leaders use to influence cohesiveness?

		Individual monetary rewards
		The best member in a team
		Team success
		Personal goals

Question 5

If Paul, a salesman, does not perform as well as expected, his supervisor can put a negative letter in his file. This is an example of __________.

		referent power
		expert power
		coercive power
		legitimate power

Question 6

The __________ reflects a high degree of both assertiveness and cooperativeness.

		Collaborating style
		Avoiding style
		Accommodating style
		Competing style

Question 7

What is a behavior that helps a team accomplish its goal for the task-specialist role?

		Maintaining harmony
		Role playing
		Initiating new ideas
		Smoothing over conflicts

Question 8

Only when people sublimate their _____________needs and desires and synthesize their skills and efforts toward accomplishment of a communal goal do they become a team.

		shared
		collective
		group
		individual

Question 9

Which of the following are specific changes a leader can make to develop effective team leadership?

		Relating person goals with organizational goals, acting leader-follower rotation, omitting small mistakes, and providing support and coaching to team members
		Recognizing the importance of shared purpose and values, working on competitive projects, providing performance appraisal, supporting as a mentor
		Recognizing the importance of shared purpose and values, building consensus, admitting your mistakes, and providing support and coaching to team members
		Conducting cross training, setting team priority, rotating work among members, and offering peer review

Question 10

In an organization, an ethical action must meet the following criteria:

		the action respects the rights of individuals and groups.
		the action increases shareholder wealth.
		the action serves the interest of the CEO.
		the action promotes the self-interest of the employees.

Question 11

What are the ethical considerations in using power and politics? Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as a source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.

Question 12

Describe the evolution of team leadership. Use examples from your personal experience, if possible. Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as a source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.

Question 13

What is the difference between a "team" and a "group"? Describe a personal experience with each. Provide an example of how you would build a relationship as a leader to reduce negative conflict and increase positive production.

Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as a source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.