Question 1

SCENARIO: 'AeroSpace Dynamics' has formed a new engineering team. Currently, members are arguing over who is in charge. The engineers are also unhappy with the strict 'company policy' on working hours, which is causing dissatisfaction. Management decides to implement a new safety protocol, and they are currently in the final stage of making this protocol a permanent habit. The team leader is currently focusing solely on sending one engineer to a specialized training course.

Identify the correct theories/stages:
1. The Tuckman stage where the team is arguing.
2. The Herzberg classification for 'company policy'.
3. The Lewin stage for making the safety protocol a permanent habit.
4. The Adair circle the leader is currently focusing on.

Which option represents the correct combination?

Accepted Answer

1. Arguing = Storming. 2. Policy causing dissatisfaction = Hygiene. 3. Permanent habit = Refreezing. 4. One person's training = Individual.

Question 2

What mistakes do candidates make on this ACCA question?

Accepted Answer

Thinking 'company policy' is a motivator. Herzberg classified it strictly as a hygiene factor.

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