Which of the following statements about informal groups in organizations is true?

A) Informal groups can always be classified as positive or negative in their organizational influence.
B) The formal organization has no influence on the formation of informal groups.
C) The basic characteristics of effective groups are relevant only to formal groups,and not to informal groups.
D) Informal groups can exercise undesirable power over individual members.

Organizational Influence

The capability of individuals or groups within an organization to affect or shape decision-making, behaviors, and the organizational culture.

Informal Groups

Groups that form naturally within the workplace based on personal relationships and common interests rather than structured, formal organization.

Undesirable Power

A form of authority or influence that is viewed negatively by those who are affected by it, often because it is exercised in a harmful or unjust way.