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During a meeting Matthew and Jennifer get into an argument about how to prepare a proposal. What is the first step they should take to try to resolve this conflict? 


A) Look for common ground.
B) Understand the other's point of view.
C) Listen carefully to make sure they understand the problem.
D) Show concern for the relationship.

E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

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Malcolm is part of a team developing a new smartphone app to track traffic patterns. Because team members are located throughout the country, they don't meet in person. Instead, they use communication technology to collaborate on the project. Because members use technology to stay connected, Malcolm is part of a 


A) group.
B) cross-functional team.
C) virtual team.
D) self-directed team.

E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

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Rephrasing and summarizing a speaker's message in your own words is called __________.

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Listening in a college classroom is more challenging than listening on the job.

A) True
B) False

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Oral and written communication skills, listening proficiency, nonverbal behavior, and etiquette expertise are all examples of soft skills.

A) True
B) False

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Marco has been appointed team leader of a committee that will develop a new process for submitting expense claims. He wants to ensure that his team avoids groupthink. What should he do? 


A) Choose team members with similar backgrounds.
B) Develop systematic procedures for the team to follow.
C) Demand that his team make decisions quickly.
D) Make sure his team knows what outcomes he favors.

E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

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What is the least accurate statement about workplace teams? 


A) Team members are less resistant to change.
B) Decisions reached by teams usually get less buy-in than decisions reached individually.
C) Teams result in improved employee morale.
D) Team members experience reduced individual risk .

E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

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During the ____________________ stage of team development, members define their roles and responsibilities, decide how to reach their goals, and iron out the rules governing how they interact. Unfortunately, this stage often produces conflict.

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Employees can sound more professional in the workplace by avoiding ____________________, which is making declarative sentences sound like questions.

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Which of the following is the most accurate statement about etiquette and courtesy in today's workplace? 


A) Etiquette is not as important in today's fast-paced, high-tech offices.
B) Most people don't mind rudeness or poor manners because these behaviors make the workplace more interesting.
C) Bad manners and incivility are rare in today's workplace.
D) Etiquette is more about attitude than about formal rules of behavior.

E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

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Gwen is leading a meeting and wants to make sure that they stick to the agenda and end on time. What should she do to move the meeting along? 


A) Say as much as possible during the meeting.
B) Generate a list of important but divergent topics that should be discussed later.
C) Not worry so much about time; the most important thing is to make sure that all agenda items are discussed fully.
D) Kick anyone out who monopolizes the conversation.

E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

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Samuel knows that his soft skills will be evaluated during his job interview. Which of the following skills should he practice to prepare for his interview? 


A) Shaking hands appropriately 
B) Exhibiting posture that shows confidence and professionalism 
C) Speaking clearly and maintaining good eye contact 
D) All of these choices

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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Good listening skills are needed for employees at every level.

A) True
B) False

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A committee has been formed to study the feasibility of starting a wellness program. The members have just gone through some rough times, but tensions have now subsided and information is starting to flow among members. What phase of team development are they experiencing? 


A) Forming 
B) Storming 
C) Norming 
D) Performing

E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

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In the workplace it is important to respect coworkers' space by minimizing speakerphone use and avoiding the use of heavy perfumes or colognes.

A) True
B) False

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Which of the following statements about manners and business etiquette is most accurate? 


A) Good manners and professional demeanor are hard skills that employers value in employees.
B) Because you aren't born with the ability to be courteous, civil, and professional, learning these skills is difficult.
C) Employers are more likely to hire and promote someone who is courteous and professional.
D) All of these choices are accurate statements.

E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

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Which of the following statements about conflict is most accurate? 


A) Conflict is a normal part of every workplace and every team.
B) Even when managed properly, conflict decreases group cohesiveness and increases tensions.
C) Conflict should be avoided because it destroys morale and reduces productivity.
D) Conflict is always negative.

E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

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Khalida is responsible for planning a virtual meeting with participants on three different continents. What should she do before the meeting takes place to ensure that it is productive? 


A) Make sure the technology being used is accessible to all meeting participants.
B) Set the meeting time using Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) .
C) Decide what language will be used.
D) Khalida should do all of these.

E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

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Which of the following is a typical ground rule for virtual meetings? 


A) Outlining the procedure for asking and answering questions 
B) Reminding participants to turn off all phones, alarms, and electronic reminders 
C) Telling participants not to multitask during the meeting 
D) All of these are typical virtual meeting ground rules.

E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

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List three types of workplace listening, and provide three tips for effectiveness in each category.

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