Which of the following is a potential negative impact of negative attitudes on team dynamics?

• A. Absenteeism and conflict
• B. Reduced productivity
• C. Higher profits
• D. Improved customer satisfaction

Answer: (B)

Negative attitudes in a team disrupt how people communicate, cooperate, and stay motivated. When negativity spreads, energy is spent managing tension, clarifying misunderstandings, and avoiding collaboration rather than getting work done. That strain leads to slower progress, more errors, and tasks taking longer, which reduces overall output. So the most direct negative impact on team performance is reduced productivity.

Absenteeism and conflict can occur, but they are specific consequences rather than the broad effect on how much work gets done. The other options describe positive results, which aren’t negative impacts.