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Task 14: Promote team performance through the application of emotional intelligenceEmotional IntelligenceTools
PMP · Question 60 · Task 14: Promote team performance through the application of emotional intelligence
A project manager uses personality assessments (e.g., MBTI, DiSC) with the team. What is the PRIMARY purpose of this in the context of the People Domain?
A project manager uses personality assessments (e.g., MBTI, DiSC) with the team. What is the PRIMARY purpose of this in the context of the People Domain?
Answer options:
A.
To screen out personality types that don't fit the culture.
B.
To label team members so the PM knows who to blame for conflicts.
C.
To understand diverse communication and work styles, enabling better collaboration and conflict reduction.
D.
To determine salaries.
How to approach this question
Assessments are for understanding and adaptation, not selection or judgment.
Full Answer
C.To understand diverse communication and work styles, enabling better collaboration and conflict reduction.✓ Correct
Task 14 mentions 'Assess behavior through the use of personality indicators'. The purpose is to build self and social awareness, allowing the team to adapt their communication styles to work better together.
Common mistakes
Thinking assessments are for hiring/firing (A).
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