Which of the following types of conflict is most likely to be dysfunctional?
A) status conflict
B) relationship conflict
C) process conflict
D) task conflict
Question 2Molly is dating Megan's ex-boyfriend. The two ladies would prefer not to be in the same room with each other. This is a type of ________ conflict.
A) task
B) process
C) relationship
D) interpersonal
Question 3Which of the following types of conflict is based on how the work gets done?
A) process conflict
B) relationship conflict
C) task conflict
D) role conflict
Question 4Michael thought they should start by reviewing what had been done in the past. Michelle thought they should study the current situation first. This is an example of ________ conflict.
A) process
B) procedural
C) task
D) functional
Question 5A low-to-moderate level of task conflict consistently has a positive effect on group performance. What is the reason for this?
A) It stimulates discussion of ideas that help groups be more innovative.
B) It helps the organization identify employee skills gaps.
C) It helps groups to alter the nature of the work according to the individual needs of team members.
D) It helps groups members identify their individual strengths and weaknesses.
Question 6The group could not agree on what needed to be done. Some thought they were to research and present data; others thought they were to make recommendations. This is an example of ________ conflict.
A) process
B) task
C) relationship
D) functional
Question 7________ conflict relates to the content and goals of the work.
A) Task
B) Process
C) Relationship
D) Network
Question 8The type of conflicts that support group goals and improve performance are called ________.
A) planned conflicts
B) dysfunctional conflicts
C) natural conflicts
D) functional conflicts
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