Understanding Management
Understanding Management
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ISBN: 9780357033821
Author: Richard Daft
Publisher: South Western Educational Publishing
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Chapter 14, Problem 8DQ
Summary Introduction

To determine:

If the presence of an outside threat correlates with a high degree of team cohesiveness.

Introduction:

Team Cohesiveness: The team Cohesiveness can be explained as the motivation and dedication of team members for the team and its goals. The degree of team cohesiveness affects the effectiveness of the team.

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