With regard to teams and team function, a person's perceptions about the potential results of taking interpersonal risks and a climate where productive discussion is possible is called:
a. groupthink. c. synergy.
b. psychological safety. d. group cohesiveness.
B
Psychological safety in groups or teamwork concerns the perception of safety when taking a risk such
as asking a question or proposing a new idea. Psychological safety is created by mutual respect and
trust among team members as well as the belief that they will not be criticized or belittled in front of
their colleagues. This perception is largely taken for granted in most teams.
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