Question 1

The best way to give critical feedback in a group is to not give it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

A "map of reality" that helps us navigate unfamiliar territory and make decisions is called a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  theory. 
B)  GPS. 
C)  idea. 
D)  internal understanding. 
E)  hypothesis. 
A)  theory. 
B)  GPS. 
C)  idea. 
D)  internal understanding. 
E)  hypothesis.

Question 3

A system consists of a set of elements, and the elements function

Accepted Answer

A)  simultaneously. 
B)  interdependently. 
C)  exclusively. 
D)  none of these answer is correct. 
E)  autonomously. 
A)  simultaneously. 
B)  interdependently. 
C)  exclusively. 
D)  none of these answer is correct. 
E)  autonomously.

Question 4

A _____ is a "map of reality," something that helps individuals navigate unfamiliar terrain and make decisions.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A _____ is a "map of reality,"...

Question 5

Give at least three examples each of small group inputs, throughput processes, and outputs.

Accepted Answer

Small group inputs:
1. Individual skills

Question 6

_____ refers to the part of a system's output that is returned to the system as input, which allows the system to monitor its movement toward goals and make necessary changes.

Accepted Answer

Feedback refers to the part of a system'

Question 7

Groups in which the members do not communicate with each other in the same time and place are called

Accepted Answer

A)  virtual groups. 
B)  non-seeing groups. 
C)  interdependent groups. 
D)  coexistent groups. 
E)  fun groups. 
A)  virtual groups. 
B)  non-seeing groups. 
C)  interdependent groups. 
D)  coexistent groups. 
E)  fun groups.

Question 8

When forming a group to complete a group project, the members' attitudes toward the project best exemplify inputs to the project group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A system consists of a set of elements that function as a whole because of __________ relationships.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A system consists of a set of...

Question 10

Group members who manage the group's interaction with its environment are called

Accepted Answer

A)  negotiators. 
B)  boundary spanners. 
C)  go-between members. 
D)  locaters. 
E)  all of these answers are correct. 
A)  negotiators. 
B)  boundary spanners. 
C)  go-between members. 
D)  locaters. 
E)  all of these answers are correct.

Question 11

When members bring up borders, they work to increase the cohesiveness and smooth functioning of their team.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Interdependence occurs for several reasons in groups such as.

Accepted Answer

A)  groups typically have to coordinate their actions with other groups within the same parent organization or across organizations. 
B)  members of groups often belong to other groups that simultaneously influence and are influenced by them. 
C)  all of these answers are correct. 
D)  members bring to their groups a variety of interests, ways of speaking, and mental models of effective group problem solving. 
E)  there is frequent communication within the group as well as between the group and other larger groups over interpretation of group goals, authority, and support for group actions. 
A)  groups typically have to coordinate their actions with other groups within the same parent organization or across organizations. 
B)  members of groups often belong to other groups that simultaneously influence and are influenced by them. 
C)  all of these answers are correct. 
D)  members bring to their groups a variety of interests, ways of speaking, and mental models of effective group problem solving. 
E)  there is frequent communication within the group as well as between the group and other larger groups over interpretation of group goals, authority, and support for group actions.

Question 13

Given two successful, experienced sports teams, one may end up losing many of its games, while the other may win a championship; this scenario best exemplifies multifinality.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A _____ suggests that real-world groups both shape and are shaped by those same environments.

Accepted Answer

bona fide

Question 15

Which of the following terms suggests that groups starting out the same may end up in very different places?

Accepted Answer

A)  multifinality 
B)  interdependence 
C)  open system 
D)  nonsummativity 
E)  feedback 
A)  multifinality 
B)  interdependence 
C)  open system 
D)  nonsummativity 
E)  feedback

The best way to give critical feedback in a group is to not give it.

A "map of reality" that helps us navigate unfamiliar territory and make decisions is called a(n)

A system consists of a set of elements, and the elements function

A _____ is a "map of reality," something that helps individuals navigate unfamiliar terrain and make decisions.

Give at least three examples each of small group inputs, throughput processes, and outputs.

_____ refers to the part of a system's output that is returned to the system as input, which allows the system to monitor its movement toward goals and make necessary changes.

Groups in which the members do not communicate with each other in the same time and place are called

When forming a group to complete a group project, the members' attitudes toward the project best exemplify inputs to the project group.

A system consists of a set of elements that function as a whole because of __________ relationships.

Group members who manage the group's interaction with its environment are called

When members bring up borders, they work to increase the cohesiveness and smooth functioning of their team.

Interdependence occurs for several reasons in groups such as.

Given two successful, experienced sports teams, one may end up losing many of its games, while the other may win a championship; this scenario best exemplifies multifinality.

A _____ suggests that real-world groups both shape and are shaped by those same environments.

Which of the following terms suggests that groups starting out the same may end up in very different places?

Small Groups As the Heart of Society

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

Group Problem-Solving Procedures

Managing Small Group Conflict Productively

Applying Leadership Principles

Planning, Organizing, and Presenting Small Group Oral Presentations

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Exam 2: Groups As Open Systems

The best way to give critical feedback in a group is to not give it.

A "map of reality" that helps us navigate unfamiliar territory and make decisions is called a(n)

A system consists of a set of elements, and the elements function

A _____ is a "map of reality," something that helps individuals navigate unfamiliar terrain and make decisions.

Give at least three examples each of small group inputs, throughput processes, and outputs.

_____ refers to the part of a system's output that is returned to the system as input, which allows the system to monitor its movement toward goals and make necessary changes.

Groups in which the members do not communicate with each other in the same time and place are called

When forming a group to complete a group project, the members' attitudes toward the project best exemplify inputs to the project group.

A system consists of a set of elements that function as a whole because of __________ relationships.

Group members who manage the group's interaction with its environment are called

When members bring up borders, they work to increase the cohesiveness and smooth functioning of their team.

Interdependence occurs for several reasons in groups such as.

Given two successful, experienced sports teams, one may end up losing many of its games, while the other may win a championship; this scenario best exemplifies multifinality.

A _____ suggests that real-world groups both shape and are shaped by those same environments.

Which of the following terms suggests that groups starting out the same may end up in very different places?

Small Groups As the Heart of Society

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

Group Problem-Solving Procedures

Managing Small Group Conflict Productively

Applying Leadership Principles

Planning, Organizing, and Presenting Small Group Oral Presentations

Filters