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Strategies for Professional Growth · Quiz 1 · Jan 2023
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Question 14 NAT · 3.0 marks
A factory has three work centers as shown in the picture below. The time required at each centers
are shown in the bracket. Calculate the efficiency of the system. (Enter your answer in % rounded to
two decimal places, without the percentage symbol. Eg. If you compute the answer as 0.10005, then
enter 10.01 as your answer)
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Question 16 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the given subquestions
CASE INCIDENT
Laura is the Associate Director of a non-profit agency that provides assistance to children and
families. She is the head of a department that focuses on evaluating the skill-building programs
the agency provides to families. She reports directly to the agency leadership. As a whole, the
agency has been cautious in hiring this year because of increased competition for federal grant
funding. However, they have also suffered high staff turnover. Two directors have left as well as
three key research staff and one staff person from the finance department.
Laura has a demanding schedule that requires frequent travel; however, she supervises two
managers who in turn are responsible for five staff members each. Both managers have been
appointed within the last six months. Manager 1: Kelly has a specific background in research. She
manages staff who provide research support to another department that delivers behavioural
health services to youth. Kelly supports her staff and is very organized; however, she often takes a
very black-and-white view of issues. Upper-level leadership values Kelly’s latest research on the
therapeutic division’s services. Kelly is very motivated and driven and expects the same from her
staff.
Manager 2: Linda has a strong background in social science research and evaluation. She
manages staff that work on different projects within the agency. She is known as a problem solver
and is extremely supportive of her staff. She is very organized and has a wealth of experience in
the evaluation of family services. Linda is very capable and can sometimes take on too much.
The managers are sensing that staff are becoming overworked as everyone takes on increased
responsibilities due to high staff turnover. Staff have also mentioned that Laura’s “glass half-
empty” conversation style leaves them feeling dejected. In addition, Laura has not shared budgets
with her managers, so they are having difficulty appropriately allocating work to staff. Laura said
she has not received sufficient information from the finance department to complete the budgets.
The finance department said they have sent her all the information they have available.
As staff become distressed, the managers are becoming frustrated. They feel like they are unable
to advocate for their staff or problem-solve without key information like the departmental budget.
How can Laura most effectively use both management and leadership skills in her role as
associate director?
By focusing on micromanaging her staff and enforcing strict rules and
expectations
By becoming more involved in the day-to-day work of her staff and neglecting
her role as a leader
By fostering a positive work environment, providing resources, and setting
clear goals and expectations for her team
By keeping budgets and other key information to herself and not
communicating effectively with her managers
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Question 17 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the given subquestions
CASE INCIDENT
Laura is the Associate Director of a non-profit agency that provides assistance to children and
families. She is the head of a department that focuses on evaluating the skill-building programs
the agency provides to families. She reports directly to the agency leadership. As a whole, the
agency has been cautious in hiring this year because of increased competition for federal grant
funding. However, they have also suffered high staff turnover. Two directors have left as well as
three key research staff and one staff person from the finance department.
Laura has a demanding schedule that requires frequent travel; however, she supervises two
managers who in turn are responsible for five staff members each. Both managers have been
appointed within the last six months. Manager 1: Kelly has a specific background in research. She
manages staff who provide research support to another department that delivers behavioural
health services to youth. Kelly supports her staff and is very organized; however, she often takes a
very black-and-white view of issues. Upper-level leadership values Kelly’s latest research on the
therapeutic division’s services. Kelly is very motivated and driven and expects the same from her
staff.
Manager 2: Linda has a strong background in social science research and evaluation. She
manages staff that work on different projects within the agency. She is known as a problem solver
and is extremely supportive of her staff. She is very organized and has a wealth of experience in
the evaluation of family services. Linda is very capable and can sometimes take on too much.
The managers are sensing that staff are becoming overworked as everyone takes on increased
responsibilities due to high staff turnover. Staff have also mentioned that Laura’s “glass half-
empty” conversation style leaves them feeling dejected. In addition, Laura has not shared budgets
with her managers, so they are having difficulty appropriately allocating work to staff. Laura said
she has not received sufficient information from the finance department to complete the budgets.
The finance department said they have sent her all the information they have available.
As staff become distressed, the managers are becoming frustrated. They feel like they are unable
to advocate for their staff or problem-solve without key information like the departmental budget.
What steps could be taken to build staff confidence?
By only sharing negative feedback and criticism with staff
By micromanaging their work and not allowing them to take initiative
By involving staff in decision-making processes and recognizing their
contributions
By not communicating effectively with staff and not providing the necessary
resources for their work
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Question 18 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the given subquestions
CASE INCIDENT
Laura is the Associate Director of a non-profit agency that provides assistance to children and
families. She is the head of a department that focuses on evaluating the skill-building programs
the agency provides to families. She reports directly to the agency leadership. As a whole, the
agency has been cautious in hiring this year because of increased competition for federal grant
funding. However, they have also suffered high staff turnover. Two directors have left as well as
three key research staff and one staff person from the finance department.
Laura has a demanding schedule that requires frequent travel; however, she supervises two
managers who in turn are responsible for five staff members each. Both managers have been
appointed within the last six months. Manager 1: Kelly has a specific background in research. She
manages staff who provide research support to another department that delivers behavioural
health services to youth. Kelly supports her staff and is very organized; however, she often takes a
very black-and-white view of issues. Upper-level leadership values Kelly’s latest research on the
therapeutic division’s services. Kelly is very motivated and driven and expects the same from her
staff.
Manager 2: Linda has a strong background in social science research and evaluation. She
manages staff that work on different projects within the agency. She is known as a problem solver
and is extremely supportive of her staff. She is very organized and has a wealth of experience in
the evaluation of family services. Linda is very capable and can sometimes take on too much.
The managers are sensing that staff are becoming overworked as everyone takes on increased
responsibilities due to high staff turnover. Staff have also mentioned that Laura’s “glass half-
empty” conversation style leaves them feeling dejected. In addition, Laura has not shared budgets
with her managers, so they are having difficulty appropriately allocating work to staff. Laura said
she has not received sufficient information from the finance department to complete the budgets.
The finance department said they have sent her all the information they have available.
As staff become distressed, the managers are becoming frustrated. They feel like they are unable
to advocate for their staff or problem-solve without key information like the departmental budget.
Based on the information provided in the case, what can be concluded about the state of
communication in the organization?
Effective and open communication is consistently maintained among all levels
of the organization
There is a lack of communication between the finance department and Laura
Communication between the managers and their staff is ineffective
Communication is restricted to only upper-level leadership
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Question 19 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the given subquestions
CASE INCIDENT
Laura is the Associate Director of a non-profit agency that provides assistance to children and
families. She is the head of a department that focuses on evaluating the skill-building programs
the agency provides to families. She reports directly to the agency leadership. As a whole, the
agency has been cautious in hiring this year because of increased competition for federal grant
funding. However, they have also suffered high staff turnover. Two directors have left as well as
three key research staff and one staff person from the finance department.
Laura has a demanding schedule that requires frequent travel; however, she supervises two
managers who in turn are responsible for five staff members each. Both managers have been
appointed within the last six months. Manager 1: Kelly has a specific background in research. She
manages staff who provide research support to another department that delivers behavioural
health services to youth. Kelly supports her staff and is very organized; however, she often takes a
very black-and-white view of issues. Upper-level leadership values Kelly’s latest research on the
therapeutic division’s services. Kelly is very motivated and driven and expects the same from her
staff.
Manager 2: Linda has a strong background in social science research and evaluation. She
manages staff that work on different projects within the agency. She is known as a problem solver
and is extremely supportive of her staff. She is very organized and has a wealth of experience in
the evaluation of family services. Linda is very capable and can sometimes take on too much.
The managers are sensing that staff are becoming overworked as everyone takes on increased
responsibilities due to high staff turnover. Staff have also mentioned that Laura’s “glass half-
empty” conversation style leaves them feeling dejected. In addition, Laura has not shared budgets
with her managers, so they are having difficulty appropriately allocating work to staff. Laura said
she has not received sufficient information from the finance department to complete the budgets.
The finance department said they have sent her all the information they have available.
As staff become distressed, the managers are becoming frustrated. They feel like they are unable
to advocate for their staff or problem-solve without key information like the departmental budget.
Which of the following best describes the current state of teamwork, collaboration, and
coordination within the organization described in the case?
Teams are well-coordinated and collaborate effectively to achieve common
goals
The managers and their staff work well together, but there is a lack of
cooperation between departments
Teams struggle with coordination and communication, leading to inefficiencies
in work processes and distress among staff
Managers feel overworked and are becoming increasingly distressed
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Question 20 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the given subquestions
CASE INCIDENT
Laura is the Associate Director of a non-profit agency that provides assistance to children and
families. She is the head of a department that focuses on evaluating the skill-building programs
the agency provides to families. She reports directly to the agency leadership. As a whole, the
agency has been cautious in hiring this year because of increased competition for federal grant
funding. However, they have also suffered high staff turnover. Two directors have left as well as
three key research staff and one staff person from the finance department.
Laura has a demanding schedule that requires frequent travel; however, she supervises two
managers who in turn are responsible for five staff members each. Both managers have been
appointed within the last six months. Manager 1: Kelly has a specific background in research. She
manages staff who provide research support to another department that delivers behavioural
health services to youth. Kelly supports her staff and is very organized; however, she often takes a
very black-and-white view of issues. Upper-level leadership values Kelly’s latest research on the
therapeutic division’s services. Kelly is very motivated and driven and expects the same from her
staff.
Manager 2: Linda has a strong background in social science research and evaluation. She
manages staff that work on different projects within the agency. She is known as a problem solver
and is extremely supportive of her staff. She is very organized and has a wealth of experience in
the evaluation of family services. Linda is very capable and can sometimes take on too much.
The managers are sensing that staff are becoming overworked as everyone takes on increased
responsibilities due to high staff turnover. Staff have also mentioned that Laura’s “glass half-
empty” conversation style leaves them feeling dejected. In addition, Laura has not shared budgets
with her managers, so they are having difficulty appropriately allocating work to staff. Laura said
she has not received sufficient information from the finance department to complete the budgets.
The finance department said they have sent her all the information they have available.
As staff become distressed, the managers are becoming frustrated. They feel like they are unable
to advocate for their staff or problem-solve without key information like the departmental budget.
Which of the following would you suggest as advice to Laura on improving her leadership skills,
based on the information provided in the case?
Encouraging open communication with her managers and staff
Sharing the departmental budget information with her managers
Fostering a positive and supportive work environment for her staff
All of these
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Question 21 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the given subquestions
CASE INCIDENT
Negative Aspects of Collaboration?
Teams can perform well or poorly, which leaves an overriding question: Are collaboration's
negative aspects so severe that we should avoid making decisions and working in teams?
Groups and teams need more time to process multiple pieces of information and coordinate what
they know. Daniel Kahneman (Israeli-American psychologist, who was awarded the 2002 Nobel
Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences) and colleagues also warn that when committees and groups
make recommendations, they’ve often “fallen in love” with a particular idea and are no longer
thinking rationally. These problems of biases can be magnified when a team of people are making
a decision collectively. Look no further than the U.S. Congress in recent years to see instances
where a group decision-making process might lead to a worse outcome than if one consistent
course of action were pursued.
So what can be done to minimize these biases? The problems of coordination and collaboration
suggest that we should invoke team decision-making only when it appears that pooling
information will lead to better decisions than individual decision-making. Experts advise that
decision-makers receiving advice from teams should always ask whether the team’s
recommendations contain any self-interested biases. It’s also important to see whether the team
has developed an emotional attachment to one course of action or has succumbed to groupthink.
Finally, run down a checklist of the heuristics and biases related to group shifts and groupthink to
see whether the group might be prone to making these decision errors.
What is a potential negative aspect of teamwork that should be considered before making a
decision?
Teams make better decisions than individuals
Teams can develop an emotional attachment to a course of action
Teams are immune to biases
Teams always make rational decisions
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Question 22 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the given subquestions
CASE INCIDENT
Negative Aspects of Collaboration?
Teams can perform well or poorly, which leaves an overriding question: Are collaboration's
negative aspects so severe that we should avoid making decisions and working in teams?
Groups and teams need more time to process multiple pieces of information and coordinate what
they know. Daniel Kahneman (Israeli-American psychologist, who was awarded the 2002 Nobel
Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences) and colleagues also warn that when committees and groups
make recommendations, they’ve often “fallen in love” with a particular idea and are no longer
thinking rationally. These problems of biases can be magnified when a team of people are making
a decision collectively. Look no further than the U.S. Congress in recent years to see instances
where a group decision-making process might lead to a worse outcome than if one consistent
course of action were pursued.
So what can be done to minimize these biases? The problems of coordination and collaboration
suggest that we should invoke team decision-making only when it appears that pooling
information will lead to better decisions than individual decision-making. Experts advise that
decision-makers receiving advice from teams should always ask whether the team’s
recommendations contain any self-interested biases. It’s also important to see whether the team
has developed an emotional attachment to one course of action or has succumbed to groupthink.
Finally, run down a checklist of the heuristics and biases related to group shifts and groupthink to
see whether the group might be prone to making these decision errors.
Based on the information provided in the case, which of the following is an overriding factor to be
considered by the decision maker?
The emotional attachment of the team to a particular course of action
The speed of the decision-making process
The ability of the team to coordinate their efforts
The potential for self-interested biases
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Question 23 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the given subquestions
CASE INCIDENT
Negative Aspects of Collaboration?
Teams can perform well or poorly, which leaves an overriding question: Are collaboration's
negative aspects so severe that we should avoid making decisions and working in teams?
Groups and teams need more time to process multiple pieces of information and coordinate what
they know. Daniel Kahneman (Israeli-American psychologist, who was awarded the 2002 Nobel
Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences) and colleagues also warn that when committees and groups
make recommendations, they’ve often “fallen in love” with a particular idea and are no longer
thinking rationally. These problems of biases can be magnified when a team of people are making
a decision collectively. Look no further than the U.S. Congress in recent years to see instances
where a group decision-making process might lead to a worse outcome than if one consistent
course of action were pursued.
So what can be done to minimize these biases? The problems of coordination and collaboration
suggest that we should invoke team decision-making only when it appears that pooling
information will lead to better decisions than individual decision-making. Experts advise that
decision-makers receiving advice from teams should always ask whether the team’s
recommendations contain any self-interested biases. It’s also important to see whether the team
has developed an emotional attachment to one course of action or has succumbed to groupthink.
Finally, run down a checklist of the heuristics and biases related to group shifts and groupthink to
see whether the group might be prone to making these decision errors.
Consider the following:
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Which of the “Scenario” depicted above aptly match the “Challenges” mentioned against each?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
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Question 24 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the given subquestions
CASE INCIDENT
Negative Aspects of Collaboration?
Teams can perform well or poorly, which leaves an overriding question: Are collaboration's
negative aspects so severe that we should avoid making decisions and working in teams?
Groups and teams need more time to process multiple pieces of information and coordinate what
they know. Daniel Kahneman (Israeli-American psychologist, who was awarded the 2002 Nobel
Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences) and colleagues also warn that when committees and groups
make recommendations, they’ve often “fallen in love” with a particular idea and are no longer
thinking rationally. These problems of biases can be magnified when a team of people are making
a decision collectively. Look no further than the U.S. Congress in recent years to see instances
where a group decision-making process might lead to a worse outcome than if one consistent
course of action were pursued.
So what can be done to minimize these biases? The problems of coordination and collaboration
suggest that we should invoke team decision-making only when it appears that pooling
information will lead to better decisions than individual decision-making. Experts advise that
decision-makers receiving advice from teams should always ask whether the team’s
recommendations contain any self-interested biases. It’s also important to see whether the team
has developed an emotional attachment to one course of action or has succumbed to groupthink.
Finally, run down a checklist of the heuristics and biases related to group shifts and groupthink to
see whether the group might be prone to making these decision errors.
What is groupthink according to the case study?
A situation where a group is prone to making decision errors
A situation where a group is no longer thinking rationally
A situation where a group has developed an emotional attachment to one
course of action
A psychological phenomenon that occurs within a group of people that results
in rational or functional decision-making outcomes.
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Question 25 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the given subquestions
CASE INCIDENT
Negative Aspects of Collaboration?
Teams can perform well or poorly, which leaves an overriding question: Are collaboration's
negative aspects so severe that we should avoid making decisions and working in teams?
Groups and teams need more time to process multiple pieces of information and coordinate what
they know. Daniel Kahneman (Israeli-American psychologist, who was awarded the 2002 Nobel
Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences) and colleagues also warn that when committees and groups
make recommendations, they’ve often “fallen in love” with a particular idea and are no longer
thinking rationally. These problems of biases can be magnified when a team of people are making
a decision collectively. Look no further than the U.S. Congress in recent years to see instances
where a group decision-making process might lead to a worse outcome than if one consistent
course of action were pursued.
So what can be done to minimize these biases? The problems of coordination and collaboration
suggest that we should invoke team decision-making only when it appears that pooling
information will lead to better decisions than individual decision-making. Experts advise that
decision-makers receiving advice from teams should always ask whether the team’s
recommendations contain any self-interested biases. It’s also important to see whether the team
has developed an emotional attachment to one course of action or has succumbed to groupthink.
Finally, run down a checklist of the heuristics and biases related to group shifts and groupthink to
see whether the group might be prone to making these decision errors.
What should be done to see whether the group might be prone to making decision errors
according to the case study?
Invoke team decision-making only when it appears that pooling information
will lead to better decisions than individual decision-making
Run down a checklist of the heuristics and biases
Make decisions without considering self-interested biases
None of these
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Question 26 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the question
Murat and Hayat were key members of a project team headed by Tuval. Murat was technically
competent and understood the project requirements very well, but lacked self-confidence. Hayat,
on the other hand, was very confident but lacked technical experience and expertise. As Tuval was
required to take over another project immediately, Murat was selected as project leader, but Tuval
continued to devote 20% of her time to this project. After 6 to 7 weeks of taking charge, Murat
begins to feel that he requires some help with his leadership style as the project is getting behind
schedule. Tuval decides to coach him using a collaborative style.
Which of the following is the most appropriate approach?
On the basis of her observations, Tuval diagnoses Murat's problem of lack of
assertiveness. She points out this problem and gives him some tips on how to enhance his
assertiveness.
Tuval sits together with Murat to generate alternative solutions and
encourages Murat to consider the consequences of each of those alternatives.
Tuval points out that Murat is ultimately responsible for ensuring project
performance and outcomes, and so should come up with solutions rather than problems. She
does this with the intention of putting pressure on Murat to get over his timidity.
Tuval shares the personal experience she had faced and solved such problems
even when she was much younger and less experienced.
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Question 27 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the question
Nurit has worked very hard on developing an innovative new approach for carrying out a key
project. This needs to be approved at a higher management level in the organization, but senior
managers have so far given the idea no more than cursory attention. They have reluctantly agreed
to Nurit's request for a meeting to discuss this matter. But Nurit has just found out that other
agenda items have been subsequently included in that meeting so she is likely to get just 10
minutes to present her approach. She feels quite sure that senior managers don't feel inclined to
change the existing methods, and are merely going through a ritual by making a short time
allocation. She approaches you in an emotional and demoralized state. You have been her
supervisor before. Though you work in a different part of the organization, she comes to you to be
coached once in a while. What will you tell her?
You draw her out so that she can articulate her innovative idea in a clearer
manner. Your purpose will be to ensure that she does not sound vague in her meeting and does
not get misunderstood.
You agree with her that senior managers are indeed oriented to the status quo
and that while she can make efforts, she should not expect results to necessarily flow from those
efforts.
You help her see that she should perceive her role as that of an ace
salesperson selling an idea to senior managers. You brainstorm with her some effective steps
such as to do that so that she approaches the meeting in a calm, confident, optimistic and
determined state.
You point out that she may have already lost half the battle by getting
demoralized. You point out to her that limiting beliefs and assumptions would be the wrong way
of looking at the problem or challenge.
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Question 28 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the question
At LT Inc., the management team noticed a unique behaviour among their staff. Every morning,
before the daily team meeting, all employees would gather in the conference room several
minutes early. During this time, they would discuss various work-related issues, exchange ideas,
and offer suggestions. Although there were no formal rules or guidelines regarding this pre-
meeting routine, it was understood that participation was expected. One day, a new team
member, Nikitha, joined the company and was unaware of this unwritten rule. On her first day,
she arrived right on time for the daily meeting and was surprised to see her colleagues already
engaged in deep conversations. Feeling left out, she approached the team manager, Uthaman
Pradeep, for clarification. Uthaman Pradeep explained to Nikitha that this was a long-standing
practice at LT Inc. and that everyone was expected to participate in the pre-meeting routine.
Nikitha quickly adapted and became an active participant in the pre-meeting discussions.
What aspect of communication that is followed within teams is best illustrated in the scenario at
LT Inc.?
Meeting Agenda
Grapevine Network
Norms
Socialization
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Question 29 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the question
Case Study: John is a sales manager who needs to deliver a presentation to potential clients to
secure a large business deal. He is concerned about effectively delivering his message and
engaging the audience.
Question: What is the most effective way for John to prepare his presentation and improve his
presentation skills?
Memorizing the entire presentation and key data to ensure it is delivered
perfectly.
Creating a presentation with a lot of visual elements, such as graphics and
images, to keep the audience's attention.
Rehearsing the presentation multiple times, while keeping in mind the
audience's needs and interests.
Focusing on his personal appearance and wearing the most fashionable
clothes for the presentation.
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Question 30 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Read the case study, then answer the question
Scenario: The manager of a busy marketing department has assigned a complex project to one of
her team members. The team member has been given the freedom to decide how to best
approach the project and how to delegate tasks to other team members.
Question: What type of leadership style is demonstrated in this scenario?
Transformational leadership
Authoritarian leadership
Servant leadership
Laissez-faire leadership
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Question 31 MCQ · 1.0 marks
In October 2017, President Trump sought to deflect a news story reporting on links between his
campaign and Russia by tweeting the following: “Who paid for it, Russia, the FBI or the Dems (or
all)?” Trump attempted to diffuse the situation by
twisting the semantics or meaning of the words.
attempting to discredit the source.
raging about a different topic.
attempting to create emotional disconnects.
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Question 32 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Which of the following is the most suitable option that defines the distinguishing feature of a
team?
When team members exhibit individual skills, like when one is numbers-
oriented and another is good at written communication.
Synergy, is the process of combining two or more actions that result in an
effect that is much more than the total of the individual actions.
Information collection, necessary so that individuals can exchange the
information they have with others so that everyone has what they need to do their jobs.
Individual goals, which must be assigned to keep individual players from social
loading.
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Question 33 MCQ · 1.0 marks
What issues must a manager/ leader address when considering the composition of the team?
The right design for the position of team members will hold.
A common purpose, specific goals, and team efficacy.
Leadership style and organizational structure.
Diversity of team members and inclusivity.
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Question 34 MCQ · 1.0 marks
As per Howard Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences, intelligence includes:
A permanent change in behaviour as a result of experience.
A set of capabilities that allow an individual to learn.
The capacity of an individual to produce novel/ original answers to products
The ability to produce a single response to a specific question.
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Question 35 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Consider the following pairs:
1. Naturalistic Intelligence: Ability to recognize and understand the various patterns in nature
2. Spatial Intelligence: Capacity to perceive, understand and use visual information effectively
3. Intrapersonal Intelligence: Ability to understand others and social interactions
4. Interpersonal Intelligence: Ability to understand oneself and know one’s thoughts, emotions,
feelings, motives and desires, and how these influence their behaviour.
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
1, 2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
1, 3 and 4 only
1, 2 and 4 only
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Question 36 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Julian Treasure studies sound and advises businesses on how best to use it. He has given the
acronym RASA, which is the Sanskrit word for "juice" or "essence."
Which one of the following expanded forms of the following acronyms is correct?
Read-Appreciate-Summarize-Appreciate
Receive-Appreciate-Summarize-Ask
Receive-Acknowledge-Speak-Act
Read-Acknowledge-Summarize-Appreciate
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Question 37 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Which of the following can help us in improving our listening skills and can benefit us in academic,
professional, and personal contexts?
1. Make eye contact; focus on the person speaking; don't answer your phone or look at your email.
2. Eavesdropping to find out confidential information.
3. Self-absorbed listening; shift the focus back to yourself.
4. Removing the filters such as prejudice and cultural bias.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1, 2 and 3 only
1 and 4 only
1, 3 and 4 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
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Question 38 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Which of the following statements best describes Kaizen?
It is a set of techniques and tools for process improvement.
It is a production method aimed primarily at reducing times within the
production system as well as response times from suppliers and customers.
It refers to the set of cognitive, strategic and practical procedures used by
designers in the process of designing.
It is a concept referring to business activities that continuously improve all
functions and involve all employees from the CEO to the assembly line workers.
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Question 39 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Which of the following is not a Belbin Team Role?
Thinking roles
Action roles
Leadership roles
People roles
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Question 40 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Sensitivity to issues related to the meaning of life, death, and other aspects of human conditions
refers to
Naturalistic intelligence
Existential intelligence
Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence
Interpersonal intelligence
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Question 41 MCQ · 1.0 marks
What is the primary concept Stephen R. Covey emphasizes in "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective
People" regarding the power of choice?
Taking control of one's thoughts and emotions
Making choices based on external circumstances
Letting others control our decisions
Being a passive observer in life
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Question 42 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Asking "Could you give me an example of what you mean?" is an example of which of the
following active listening skills?
Asking clarifying questions
Asking people to share their perceptions
Controlling emotions
Capturing non-verbal cues
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Question 43 MCQ · 1.0 marks
What is a key aspect of emotional resilience that helps individuals regulate their emotions and
respond effectively to challenges?
Ignoring one's emotions and their impact
Relying on others for emotional support
Self-awareness
Suppressing emotions
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Question 44 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Which of the following behavioural patterns would not be a good idea for building good
interpersonal relationships at the workplace?
When others have different views, ask questions about their data sources
Make persistent and unyielding arguments
Encourage others to explore any gaps in your reasoning
Make your own reasoning explicit
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Question 45 MCQ · 1.0 marks
With respect to spheres of responsibility, the elements that are outside your control and that may
concern or affect or interest you indirectly, such as war, pandemic, and economy; fall under
Sphere of influence
Sphere of control
Sphere of unknown
Sphere of concern
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Question 46 MCQ · 1.0 marks
With respect to spheres of responsibility, what is the sphere of influence defined as?
Things within your control, such as your mind, body, and potential
Things outside your control that directly concern you
Things outside your control that indirectly concern or affect you
Things outside your control that you have no interest in
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Question 47 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Which of the following can be classified as ‘information overload’ type barriers to communication?
The information received by a colleague at the workplace is very detailed.
The information sent to an employee is related to concepts that are not
familiar to the employee.
If the information sender’s positive characteristics affect the receiver’s
acceptance of a message.
None of these
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Question 48 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Based on the information about the "Spirit of the Squirrel" in the book “Gung Ho!”: What is the
primary motivation behind the squirrel's hard work of collecting seeds?
The desire for individual rewards and recognition
The importance and worthiness of the work itself
The trustworthiness of the community
The pressure from the community to perform well
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Question 49 MCQ · 1.0 marks
What is the primary focus of the "Gung Ho!" approach to management?
Employee motivation through rewards and recognition
Improving efficiency and productivity through strict rules and regulations
Building strong relationships and teamwork among employees
Implementing strict policies and procedures to control the workforce
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Question 50 MCQ · 1.0 marks
What are some factors that can contribute to communication misunderstandings?
1. Missing the details in the statement while communicating
2. Listening to or reading and understanding the statement incompletely
3. Verbiage
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1 only
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
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Question 51 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Studies show that family physicians that listen well produce better outcomes. Listening improves
diagnoses, helps doctors see the context of psychological and social issues affecting patient
health, and may even help avoid a lawsuit. What advice would you give about listening?
Modify and speak what the speaker is saying.
Ignore body language because it confuses the verbal message.
Prepare a response before the speaker has finished his remarks to appear
engaged.
Ask follow-up questions to confirm your understanding.
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Question 52 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Which of the following statement is incorrect about virtual teams?
The digital tools that help remote teams stay connected can lack the
personalization of face-to-face interaction.
Virtual teams are typically less productive than traditional, co-located teams
even if managed effectively.
Spontaneous, informal communication—chatting over coffee or in a hallway—
is absent and hence lacks team cohesion.
Nonverbal cues are missed when staffs work remotely.
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Question 53 MCQ · 1.0 marks
According to Nick Morgan, which of the following is/ are regarded as a “second conversation”?
Nonverbal communication
Inner chatter
Vertical communication
Personal communication
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Question 54 MCQ · 1.0 marks
An effective team occurs when the members have ________________ and recognize that their
personal success is dependent on the success of others.
similar roles
common resources
same leader
common goal
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Question 55 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Which of the following factors would contribute to ineffective teamwork?
Accuracy, brevity and clarity in communication
Face-to-face communication
Verbose communication
Verbal communication
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Question 56 MCQ · 1.0 marks
What are some steps to improve professional writing?
1. Prepare the formal document without the need to persuade the target audience
2. Avoid the typical errors that are usually made while preparing a professional document.
3. Understand the purpose of formal writing
4. Recognize the overall structure of a formal document
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 4 only
2, 3 and 4
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Question 57 MCQ · 1.0 marks
The possible order of points for describing the steps for doing something in sequence in a formal
report is known as
Causal order
Chronological order
Spatial order
Topical order
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Question 58 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Which of the following is correct with respect to hand gestures during apresentation?
You can keep the script in your hand while giving the presentation.
You must use open hand gestures.
You can cross your arms in front of you.
You can clasp your hands behind your back during the entire presentation.
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Question 59 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Which of the following correctly describes an outline in the context of a presentation?
A list of technologies that will be used to deliver the presentation
A list of requirements and purpose of the presentation
A list of major headings or topics to be covered in the presentation
A list of external sources used in the presentation
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Question 60 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Consider the following statements regarding connecting with the audience during a presentation:
1. Repeat a summary slide from your previous presentation
2. Separate facts from opinions
3. Pause to enable decisions
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1 only
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
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Question 61 MCQ · 1.0 marks
When defending an academic thesis, which of the following is necessary to include when using
external sources in the thesis?
Acknowledgements
Copyright disclaimer
Trademark symbol
Citations and references
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Question 62 MCQ · 1.0 marks
According to the lesson ‘Teamwork and Getting Along’, which of the following is an effective
approach to allocating resources in a team project?
Giving the most resources to the team member with the highest rank
Allocating resources based on the seniority of each team member
Assigning resources according to the needs and abilities of each team member
Distributing resources randomly among team members
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Question 63 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Which of the following is a characteristic of outbound training?
It takes place in a traditional classroom setting
It typically involves indoor activities and exercises
It focuses on experiential learning through outdoor activities
It is designed for individual learning, rather than team building
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Question 64 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Consider the following statements regarding effective change management:
1. Change management is concerned with planning and initiating the change process at the
organizational level only.
2. Empowering team members through training and development is a key component of effective
change management.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
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Question 65 MCQ · 1.0 marks
Which of the following is true about ‘selective perception’ in communication?
Receivers always interpret communication accurately and objectively.
Personal characteristics of receivers do not affect how they interpret
communication.
Receivers do not project their interests and expectations into communications
as they decode them.
The interpretation of communication by receivers is influenced by their needs,
motivations, and background.
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