Question

1. choose the best answer.

what does a manager mean when she says, try to make more of a positive contribution?
work late tonight
brainstorm new approaches
get to work!
keep the noise down

1. choose the best answer.

effective teams do not let_____get in the way of progress.
opinions
parameters
compromises
obstacles

Explanation:

• For question 6: "Brainstorm new approaches" implies coming up with innovative ideas which is a positive contribution. "Work late tonight" might be forced overtime, "Get to work!" is just a general instruction, and "Keep the noise down" is about noise level not contribution.
• For question 7: Effective teams overcome obstacles. Opinions can be shared constructively, parameters are set boundaries, and compromises are part of teamwork. Obstacles are what block progress and effective teams don't let them stop progress.

Answer:

1. "Brainstorm new approaches"
2. obstacles