Question 1

List the major stages of the procedural model of problem solving in correct order. Describe briefly what is done during each stage.

Accepted Answer

The major stages of the procedural model

Question 2

During the early stage of P-MOPS, a group should concentrate on _____.

Accepted Answer

understand

Question 3

What are the ways in which technology has helped groups tackle problems?

Accepted Answer

Technology has revolutionized the way gr

Question 4

Critical thinking is emphasized the most during step _____ of the five steps of P-MOPS.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 
B)  3 
C)  5 
D)  4 
E)  2 
A)  1 
B)  3 
C)  5 
D)  4 
E)  2

Question 5

Group members do not need to know the minimum requirements of a successful solution for effective problem solving and decision making.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A problem is defined as

Accepted Answer

A)  critical thinking. 
B)  none of these answer is correct. 
C)  creativity. 
D)  the difference between what exists presently and what you expect or want. 
E)  what you already have, but want to make it better. 
A)  critical thinking. 
B)  none of these answer is correct. 
C)  creativity. 
D)  the difference between what exists presently and what you expect or want. 
E)  what you already have, but want to make it better.

Question 7

Gouran and Hirokawa's functional theory is used to explore which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  the roles that members must play in the problem-solving discussion 
B)  none of these answer is correct 
C)  the idea that group members must use different leadership styles to achieve their tasks 
D)  the communicative functions that must be performed if a group is to do a good job 
E)  the functions that the designated leader must perform 
A)  the roles that members must play in the problem-solving discussion 
B)  none of these answer is correct 
C)  the idea that group members must use different leadership styles to achieve their tasks 
D)  the communicative functions that must be performed if a group is to do a good job 
E)  the functions that the designated leader must perform

Question 8

Focus groups allow members to freely explore thoughts and feelings about a topic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

All of the following are helpful questions to ask as you analyze a problem EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  "What is the solution?" 
B)  "How difficult is our problem?" 
C)  "What other information do we need?" 
D)  "Who is involved?" 
E)  "What events precipitated the problem?" 
A)  "What is the solution?" 
B)  "How difficult is our problem?" 
C)  "What other information do we need?" 
D)  "Who is involved?" 
E)  "What events precipitated the problem?"

Question 10

_____ improve the quality and speed of group problem solving.

Accepted Answer

Group supp

Question 11

The _____ is used to help a group assess potential problems or risks with a potential solution.

Accepted Answer

A)  problem census 
B)  buzz group technique 
C)  focus group technique 
D)  RISK technique 
E)  nominal group technique 
A)  problem census 
B)  buzz group technique 
C)  focus group technique 
D)  RISK technique 
E)  nominal group technique

Question 12

No problem exists if the people involved are satisfied with the way things are.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The area of freedom refers to the amount of _____ and the limitations given to a group.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The area of freedom refers to the...

Question 14

An advantage of group over individual problem solving is that

Accepted Answer

A)  group solutions usually cost less money. 
B)  groups take less time. 
C)  groups usually develop a solution faster than one member is able to. 
D)  groups are easier to work with. 
E)  group-developed solutions are often accepted more readily. 
A)  group solutions usually cost less money. 
B)  groups take less time. 
C)  groups usually develop a solution faster than one member is able to. 
D)  groups are easier to work with. 
E)  group-developed solutions are often accepted more readily.

Question 15

Decision making refers to

Accepted Answer

A)  the process of solving a problem. 
B)  choosing from available options. 
C)  creating a way around obstacles to a desirable situation. 
D)  the procedure by which a choice is made. 
E)  concluding the process of problem solving. 
A)  the process of solving a problem. 
B)  choosing from available options. 
C)  creating a way around obstacles to a desirable situation. 
D)  the procedure by which a choice is made. 
E)  concluding the process of problem solving.

Question 16

Which of the following is important in ensuring a group understands the fundamental elements of a problem?

Accepted Answer

A)  having a designated leader 
B)  starting meetings on time 
C)  knowing all the members 
D)  the discussion question must be clear, must not suggest the solution in the question, and each member should be able to state what it is 
E)  having an agenda 
A)  having a designated leader 
B)  starting meetings on time 
C)  knowing all the members 
D)  the discussion question must be clear, must not suggest the solution in the question, and each member should be able to state what it is 
E)  having an agenda

Question 17

Which is the correct order for the stages in P-MOPS?
1) generating and explaining possible solutions;
2) evaluating possible solutions;
3) describing and analyzing a problem;
4) implementing the chosen solution;
5) choosing the best solution

Accepted Answer

A)  3, 5, 4, 1, 2 
B)  3, 1, 2, 5, 4 
C)  1, 2, 3, 4, 5 
D)  1, 5, 3, 4, 2 
E)  4, 1, 3, 2, 5 
A)  3, 5, 4, 1, 2 
B)  3, 1, 2, 5, 4 
C)  1, 2, 3, 4, 5 
D)  1, 5, 3, 4, 2 
E)  4, 1, 3, 2, 5

Question 18

GSS is an effective tool for groups with idea generation, information organization, evaluation of options, and decision making.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A lot of deliberation is an effective approach to handling task difficulty.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

A discussion question should be phrased in such a way so as to avoid suggesting the _____ in the question.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A discussion question should be phrased in...

List the major stages of the procedural model of problem solving in correct order. Describe briefly what is done during each stage.

During the early stage of P-MOPS, a group should concentrate on _____.

What are the ways in which technology has helped groups tackle problems?

Critical thinking is emphasized the most during step _____ of the five steps of P-MOPS.

Group members do not need to know the minimum requirements of a successful solution for effective problem solving and decision making.

A problem is defined as

Gouran and Hirokawa's functional theory is used to explore which of the following?

Focus groups allow members to freely explore thoughts and feelings about a topic.

All of the following are helpful questions to ask as you analyze a problem EXCEPT

_____ improve the quality and speed of group problem solving.

The _____ is used to help a group assess potential problems or risks with a potential solution.

No problem exists if the people involved are satisfied with the way things are.

The area of freedom refers to the amount of _____ and the limitations given to a group.

An advantage of group over individual problem solving is that

Decision making refers to

Which of the following is important in ensuring a group understands the fundamental elements of a problem?

Which is the correct order for the stages in P-MOPS? 1) generating and explaining possible solutions; 2) evaluating possible solutions; 3) describing and analyzing a problem; 4) implementing the chosen solution; 5) choosing the best solution

GSS is an effective tool for groups with idea generation, information organization, evaluation of options, and decision making.

A lot of deliberation is an effective approach to handling task difficulty.

A discussion question should be phrased in such a way so as to avoid suggesting the _____ in the question.

Small Groups As the Heart of Society

Groups As Open Systems

Communication Principles for Group Members

Using Verbal and Nonverbal Messages in a Group

Becoming a Group

Diversity in the Small Group

Creative and Critical Thinking in the Small Group

Managing Small Group Conflict Productively

Applying Leadership Principles

Planning, Organizing, and Presenting Small Group Oral Presentations

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Exam 8: Group Problem-Solving Procedures

List the major stages of the procedural model of problem solving in correct order. Describe briefly what is done during each stage.

During the early stage of P-MOPS, a group should concentrate on _____.

What are the ways in which technology has helped groups tackle problems?

Critical thinking is emphasized the most during step _____ of the five steps of P-MOPS.

Group members do not need to know the minimum requirements of a successful solution for effective problem solving and decision making.

A problem is defined as

Gouran and Hirokawa's functional theory is used to explore which of the following?

Focus groups allow members to freely explore thoughts and feelings about a topic.

All of the following are helpful questions to ask as you analyze a problem EXCEPT

_____ improve the quality and speed of group problem solving.

The _____ is used to help a group assess potential problems or risks with a potential solution.

No problem exists if the people involved are satisfied with the way things are.

The area of freedom refers to the amount of _____ and the limitations given to a group.

An advantage of group over individual problem solving is that

Decision making refers to

Which of the following is important in ensuring a group understands the fundamental elements of a problem?

Which is the correct order for the stages in P-MOPS? 1) generating and explaining possible solutions; 2) evaluating possible solutions; 3) describing and analyzing a problem; 4) implementing the chosen solution; 5) choosing the best solution

GSS is an effective tool for groups with idea generation, information organization, evaluation of options, and decision making.

A lot of deliberation is an effective approach to handling task difficulty.

A discussion question should be phrased in such a way so as to avoid suggesting the _____ in the question.

Small Groups As the Heart of Society

Groups As Open Systems

Communication Principles for Group Members

Using Verbal and Nonverbal Messages in a Group

Becoming a Group

Diversity in the Small Group

Creative and Critical Thinking in the Small Group

Managing Small Group Conflict Productively

Applying Leadership Principles

Planning, Organizing, and Presenting Small Group Oral Presentations

Filters