Question : Groupthink is likely to occur in a group that:  

Option 1: Encourages open dialogue and dissent  

Option 2: Has a directive leader who promotes their own agenda  

Option 3: Consists of members with diverse backgrounds  

Option 4: Focuses on individual accountability  

Question : Social loafing is likely to occur when:  

Option 1: The task is highly challenging  

Option 2: Individual contributions are not identifiable  

Option 3: The group is small and cohesive  

Option 4: There is a strong leader present  

Question : A major risk of groupthink is:  

Option 1: Enhanced creativity  

Option 2: Improved decision-making  

Option 3: Reduced conflict  

Option 4: Faulty decision-making  

Question : Case Study : Communication and Decision-making at ABC Innovations

ABC Innovations believes in effective communication to facilitate decision-making. Consider the following scenario to answer the questions.

Question :

How does effective communication contribute to the directing process at ABC Innovations?

Option 1: Increases conflicts among team members
 

Option 2: Reduces employee motivation
 

Option 3: Enhances collaboration and decision-making

Option 4: Promotes autocratic leadership

Question : Case Study 5: Empowerment and Decision-making at LMN Manufacturing

LMN Manufacturing emphasizes empowering employees and involving them in decision-making. Consider the following scenario to answer the questions.

Question :

How does empowering employees contribute to the directing process at LMN Manufacturing?

Option 1: Increases conflicts among team members
 

Option 2: Reduces employee motivation
 

Option 3: Enhances decision-making and engagement

Option 4: Promotes autocratic leadership