Question 1

Rules for discussion when groups seek a consensus include

Accepted Answer

A)  introducing conflict-suppressing techniques such as voting in order to maintain harmony in the group. 
B)  avoiding switching positions simply to sidestep conflict. 
C)  avoiding differences of opinion. 
D)  accepting agreement among members as valid even if it has occurred with little or no struggle or discussion. 
A)  introducing conflict-suppressing techniques such as voting in order to maintain harmony in the group. 
B)  avoiding switching positions simply to sidestep conflict. 
C)  avoiding differences of opinion. 
D)  accepting agreement among members as valid even if it has occurred with little or no struggle or discussion. B

Question 2

Research on virtual groups shows that

Accepted Answer

A)  when group members have a long-term, shared history virtual group effectiveness decreases-familiarity breeds contempt. 
B)  when virtual group members work together long enough to receive training in media use, group effectiveness improves. 
C)  when time together permits the development of personal relationships in a virtual environment, group effectiveness improves. 
D)  they face many of the same challenges and have the same capacity for success as face-to-face groups. 
A)  when group members have a long-term, shared history virtual group effectiveness decreases-familiarity breeds contempt. 
B)  when virtual group members work together long enough to receive training in media use, group effectiveness improves. 
C)  when time together permits the development of personal relationships in a virtual environment, group effectiveness improves. 
D)  they face many of the same challenges and have the same capacity for success as face-to-face groups. B, C, D

Question 3

A key rule necessary for effective group brainstorming is that ideas should be evaluated as members offer them, so time isn't wasted on weak ideas.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

To provide structure and organization to all group meetings you should use parliamentary procedure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The following can be said of creativity and problem solving:

Accepted Answer

A)  Creativity is more inspiration than perspiration. 
B)  Creativity is spurred by challenges. 
C)  Creativity requires flexibility. 
D)  Creativity requires a high IQ. 
A)  Creativity is more inspiration than perspiration. 
B)  Creativity is spurred by challenges. 
C)  Creativity requires flexibility. 
D)  Creativity requires a high IQ.

Question 6

The proper brainstorming format should involve first an individual, then a group, followed by an individual brainstorming session.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Group discussions that follow some systematic procedure tend to be more productive than relatively unstructured discussions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

"What changes, if any, should be made in the priority process used to distribute parking permits on campus" is an example of a question of

Accepted Answer

A)  fact. 
B)  value. 
C)  policy. 
D)  inference. 
A)  fact. 
B)  value. 
C)  policy. 
D)  inference.

Question 9

Minority rule in groups can take which of the following forms?

Accepted Answer

A)  Designated authority 
B)  Executive committee 
C)  Forceful faction 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Designated authority 
B)  Executive committee 
C)  Forceful faction 
D)  All of the above

Question 10

Which of the following is a significant disadvantage of majority rule in group decision making?

Accepted Answer

A)  Group deliberations/discussions are too long. 
B)  Minorities are unprotected from the tyranny of the majority. 
C)  The quality of the group's decisions may suffer. 
D)  Decisions may be hasty. 
A)  Group deliberations/discussions are too long. 
B)  Minorities are unprotected from the tyranny of the majority. 
C)  The quality of the group's decisions may suffer. 
D)  Decisions may be hasty.

Question 11

Most studies show that electronic brainstorming is the most effective method for brainstorming in small groups.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Effective group decision making requires analysis and understanding of a problem before members search for solutions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Research shows that creativity is more likely to flourish in a competitive environment than in a cooperative one.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

There is no single, systematic discussion procedure that guarantees effective decision making and problem solving in small groups.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Margin of error

Accepted Answer

A)  estimates the degree of sampling error accounted for by imperfections in selecting a sample for study. 
B)  is a random sample selected for a survey or study. 
C)  is a self-selected sample. 
D)  None of the above 
A)  estimates the degree of sampling error accounted for by imperfections in selecting a sample for study. 
B)  is a random sample selected for a survey or study. 
C)  is a self-selected sample. 
D)  None of the above

Question 16

True group consensus requires

Accepted Answer

A)  commitment to the group decision. 
B)  member satisfaction with the decision-making process. 
C)  member satisfaction with participation in decision making. 
D)  All of the above 
A)  commitment to the group decision. 
B)  member satisfaction with the decision-making process. 
C)  member satisfaction with participation in decision making. 
D)  All of the above

Question 17

Primary criteria for evaluating information central to group decision making include: credibility of the information, currency of the information, information relevance, its representativeness, and the sufficiency of the information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following is an advantage of the consensus decision-making process?

Accepted Answer

A)  Full discussion of issues is likely. 
B)  Commitment from all group members to a final decision is likely. 
C)  Group satisfaction is normally high. 
D)  It takes relatively little time to achieve a consensus. 
A)  Full discussion of issues is likely. 
B)  Commitment from all group members to a final decision is likely. 
C)  Group satisfaction is normally high. 
D)  It takes relatively little time to achieve a consensus.

Question 19

A true consensus requires a unanimous agreement, commitment of all parties to defend the decision to outsiders, and satisfaction with the process used to make the decision and the degree of participation from all group members.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Text messaging and email are examples of asynchronous communication.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Rules for discussion when groups seek a consensus include

Research on virtual groups shows that

A key rule necessary for effective group brainstorming is that ideas should be evaluated as members offer them, so time isn't wasted on weak ideas.

To provide structure and organization to all group meetings you should use parliamentary procedure.

The following can be said of creativity and problem solving:

The proper brainstorming format should involve first an individual, then a group, followed by an individual brainstorming session.

Group discussions that follow some systematic procedure tend to be more productive than relatively unstructured discussions.

"What changes, if any, should be made in the priority process used to distribute parking permits on campus" is an example of a question of

Minority rule in groups can take which of the following forms?

Which of the following is a significant disadvantage of majority rule in group decision making?

Most studies show that electronic brainstorming is the most effective method for brainstorming in small groups.

Effective group decision making requires analysis and understanding of a problem before members search for solutions.

Research shows that creativity is more likely to flourish in a competitive environment than in a cooperative one.

There is no single, systematic discussion procedure that guarantees effective decision making and problem solving in small groups.

Margin of error

True group consensus requires

Primary criteria for evaluating information central to group decision making include: credibility of the information, currency of the information, information relevance, its representativeness, and the sufficiency of the information.

Which of the following is an advantage of the consensus decision-making process?

A true consensus requires a unanimous agreement, commitment of all parties to defend the decision to outsiders, and satisfaction with the process used to make the decision and the degree of participation from all group members.

Text messaging and email are examples of asynchronous communication.

Communication Competence in Groups

Groups As Systems

Meetings: Standard and Virtual

Group Development

Developing the Group Climate

Roles in Groups

Group Leadership

Developing Effective Teams

Defective Group Decision Making and Problem Solving

Power in Groups: A Central Dynamic

Conflict Management and Negotiation

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Exam 10: Effective Decision Making and Problem Solving

Rules for discussion when groups seek a consensus include

Research on virtual groups shows that

A key rule necessary for effective group brainstorming is that ideas should be evaluated as members offer them, so time isn't wasted on weak ideas.

To provide structure and organization to all group meetings you should use parliamentary procedure.

The following can be said of creativity and problem solving:

The proper brainstorming format should involve first an individual, then a group, followed by an individual brainstorming session.

Group discussions that follow some systematic procedure tend to be more productive than relatively unstructured discussions.

"What changes, if any, should be made in the priority process used to distribute parking permits on campus" is an example of a question of

Minority rule in groups can take which of the following forms?

Which of the following is a significant disadvantage of majority rule in group decision making?

Most studies show that electronic brainstorming is the most effective method for brainstorming in small groups.

Effective group decision making requires analysis and understanding of a problem before members search for solutions.

Research shows that creativity is more likely to flourish in a competitive environment than in a cooperative one.

There is no single, systematic discussion procedure that guarantees effective decision making and problem solving in small groups.

Margin of error

True group consensus requires

Primary criteria for evaluating information central to group decision making include: credibility of the information, currency of the information, information relevance, its representativeness, and the sufficiency of the information.

Which of the following is an advantage of the consensus decision-making process?

A true consensus requires a unanimous agreement, commitment of all parties to defend the decision to outsiders, and satisfaction with the process used to make the decision and the degree of participation from all group members.

Text messaging and email are examples of asynchronous communication.

Communication Competence in Groups

Groups As Systems

Meetings: Standard and Virtual

Group Development

Developing the Group Climate

Roles in Groups

Group Leadership

Developing Effective Teams

Defective Group Decision Making and Problem Solving

Power in Groups: A Central Dynamic

Conflict Management and Negotiation

Filters