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1. In the context of product development teams, which of the following statements is true?
Increasing the diversity of team members eliminates the possibility of homophily.
Formation of cross-functional teams hinders the cross-fertilization of ideas.
The larger a team is, the easier it is to foster a shared sense of identity among team members.
As the size of a team increases, the potential for social loafing increases.
2. Which of the following is an advantage of a functional team?
The team structure of a functional team increases the cross-fertilization of ideas.
The team structure of a functional team is straightforward to implement.
The team structure of a functional team allows for greater cross-functional coordination.
The team structure of a functional team increases the possibility of social loafing.
3. Which of the following statements is true of lightweight teams?
Lightweight teams are typically permanent.
Lightweight teams are comprised of members who still reside in their functional departments.
Lightweight teams do not have dedicated liaison personnel.
Lightweight teams are most appropriate for projects where high levels of coordination are required.