Group vs. Team Dynamics

What is a key distinction between a group and a team regarding their objectives?

• A group has a collective objective, while a team has individual objectives.

• Both groups and teams always have collective objectives.

• A group's members have individual objectives, whereas a team's members share a collective objective.

• Neither groups nor teams have clearly defined objectives.

How does the level of interdependence differ between members of a group and a team?

• Group members are highly interdependent, while team members are independent.

• Both group and team members are always highly interdependent.

• Group members operate independently, whereas team members are highly interdependent.

• Interdependence is irrelevant for both groups and teams.

What characterizes the roles and responsibilities within a team compared to a group?

• In a group, roles and responsibilities are highly specific, unlike in a team.

• Both groups and teams have undefined roles and responsibilities.

• A group has different and varied roles and responsibilities, while a team has specific roles and responsibilities.

• Roles and responsibilities are interchangeable between group and team members.

What is the primary difference in communication and collaboration between a group and a team?

• Communication and collaboration are always formal and regular in a group, but informal in a team.

• A group's communication and collaboration may vary and be optional, while a team requires effective and mutual communication and collaboration.

• Both groups and teams prioritize individual communication over collaboration.

• Neither groups nor teams require significant communication or collaboration.

In which organizational structure is accountability primarily attributed to individual members for their mistakes?

• A team

• A group

• A collaborative unit

• A project task force

What is characteristic of productivity and efficiency within a team structure?

• It is primarily dependent on individual effort.

• It is often unpredictable and lacks assurance.

• It is typically well-standardized and naturally occurring.

• It only begins to appear in the third stage of formation.

Which statement accurately describes cohesion and mutual trust in a group compared to a team?

• Cohesion and trust are generally higher in groups than in teams.

• Mutual trust is very low in groups, while teams exhibit high mutual trust.

• "Group spirit" is a common term, indicating strong cohesion in groups.

• Cohesion is easily achieved in groups, but difficult in teams.

How is leadership typically established in a team structure?

• It is rarely assigned and emerges organically over time.

• It is formally assigned when the team is formed.

• Individual members work independently without a designated leader.

• It is only assigned after conflicts are resolved in later stages.

When does proper understanding among members typically begin to develop in a group?

• Immediately upon formation in the first stage.

• During the second stage, characterized by minor conflicts.

• In the third stage, after addressing misunderstandings.

• It is never fully achieved in a group.

Which of the following is not a stage in the historical evolution of Organizational Behavior?

• Scientific Management

• Human Relations Movement

• Contingency Approach

• Astrological Theory