Which of the following types of task interdependence is seen among production employees working on assembly lines?

a. Sequential interdependence

b. Total independence

c. Reciprocal interdependence

d. Pooled interdependence

e. Alternate interdependence

The correct answer is letter "A": Sequential interdependence.

Explanation:

American sociologist James D. Thompson (1920-1973) in his book "Organizations in Action" (1967) proposed there are three (3) types of organizational interdependence: Pooled Interdependence, Sequential Interdependence, and Reciprocal Interdependence.

Sequential Interdependence takes place when the performance of one unit will affect the performance of the next unit in line. This type of interdependence is seen on assembly lines where each worker is given one task that will have an impact in the result of the task the next employee in line will have to perform successively until the product is finished.