Asked by Nitin Bhogaraju on Jul 27, 2024

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Team members high in motivation to acquire relationship-threatening information,or "MARTI":

A) make more sinister attributions about their coworkers' behaviors and intentions.
B) are more likely to include prospective group members in joining their group.
C) plan to accept newcomers to their group.
D) have lower levels of relationship conflict.

Motivation

The process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors, encompassing the biological, emotional, social, and cognitive forces that activate behavior.

Relationship-Threatening Information

Information that potentially harms or destabilizes interpersonal relationships within an organization or group.

  • Absorb the critical role of conflict in team power dynamics, satisfaction levels, trust, and effectiveness.
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charis fowlerJul 30, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Team members high in motivation to acquire relationship-threatening information are more likely to interpret others' behavior in a negative light, attributing sinister motives where none may exist. This can lead to relationship conflict and mistrust within the group.