Question 1

_____ groups exist to help members understand and address personal issues or problems.

Accepted Answer

Support

Question 2

In a self-managed work team, members are unable to perform several tasks for the team because they are untrained.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

A group that exists mainly to meet control needs, by solving all sorts of problems, is called a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  secondary group. 
B)  primary group. 
C)  ad hoc committee. 
D)  committee. 
E)  quality control circle. 
A)  secondary group. 
B)  primary group. 
C)  ad hoc committee. 
D)  committee. 
E)  quality control circle. A

Question 4

List the problems that are appropriate for a group and the ones that are suitable for an individual.

Accepted Answer

Problems that are appropriate for a grou

Question 5

A secondary group that is designed to meet control needs does not supply members with a sense of inclusion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Even though a _____ committee continues indefinitely, its membership is usually changed regularly by election or appointment.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Even though a _____ committee continues indefinitely,...

Question 7

Problems most suitable for groups are the ones

Accepted Answer

A)  in which recognized experts have determined the best solution. 
B)  in which there are several acceptable solutions and one best solution does not exist. 
C)  that are fairly simple. 
D)  in which time is short and a decision must be made quickly. 
E)  in which conditions are changing rapidly. 
A)  in which recognized experts have determined the best solution. 
B)  in which there are several acceptable solutions and one best solution does not exist. 
C)  that are fairly simple. 
D)  in which time is short and a decision must be made quickly. 
E)  in which conditions are changing rapidly.

Question 8

A _____ group refers to a group in which individual members perceive each other and are aware of each other as individuals when they interact.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A _____ group refers to a group...

Question 9

Communication that is mediated-via computers, telephones, and so forth-is thought to lack

Accepted Answer

A)  social presence. 
B)  none of these answer is correct. 
C)  insight. 
D)  depth. 
E)  character. 
A)  social presence. 
B)  none of these answer is correct. 
C)  insight. 
D)  depth. 
E)  character.

Question 10

It is unethical not to use one's best critical thinking skills when evaluating information, ideas, and proposals in a group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

If you dread participating in groups, you are most likely experiencing _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of If you dread participating in groups, you...

Question 12

It is unethical to remain silent in a group discussion when you have a relevant idea that has not been mentioned.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The reasons that people give for joining groups reflect psychologist Wil Schutz's long recognized motivations for human interaction, which are one's need for

Accepted Answer

A)  achievement, affiliation, and power. 
B)  inclusion, openness, and control. 
C)  belonging, openness, and self-actualization. 
D)  inclusion, affiliation, and power. 
E)  security, self-esteem, and control. 
A)  achievement, affiliation, and power. 
B)  inclusion, openness, and control. 
C)  belonging, openness, and self-actualization. 
D)  inclusion, affiliation, and power. 
E)  security, self-esteem, and control.

Question 14

In a survey of leading American companies, the ability to work in teams was ranked _____ by a majority of businesspeople when describing characteristics of the ideal MBA (Master of Business Administration) graduate.

Accepted Answer

A)  fifth 
B)  second 
C)  third 
D)  first 
E)  fourth 
A)  fifth 
B)  second 
C)  third 
D)  first 
E)  fourth

Question 15

_____ means that group members simultaneously send and receive verbal and nonverbal messages to and from one another.

Accepted Answer

Small grou

Question 16

Dyads are excluded from being considered as small groups because

Accepted Answer

A)  they do not form leadership hierarchies. 
B)  if one member leaves, a dyad ceases to exist. 
C)  all of these answers are correct. 
D)  they do not form networks. 
E)  none of these answer is correct. 
A)  they do not form leadership hierarchies. 
B)  if one member leaves, a dyad ceases to exist. 
C)  all of these answers are correct. 
D)  they do not form networks. 
E)  none of these answer is correct.

Question 17

The first group you encounter in your life is the

Accepted Answer

A)  religious group. 
B)  family group. 
C)  social group. 
D)  neighborhood group. 
E)  friend group. 
A)  religious group. 
B)  family group. 
C)  social group. 
D)  neighborhood group. 
E)  friend group.

Question 18

Describe an ad hoc or a standing committee. Explain whether a task force is an ad hoc or a standing committee.

Accepted Answer

An ad hoc committee is a temporary commi

Question 19

Who is a participant-observer? What is the role of a participant-observer in a group?

Accepted Answer

A participant-observer is a researcher o

Question 20

The essence of a group is that members act _____ toward a common purpose and influence each other as part of a unit.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The essence of a group is that...

_____ groups exist to help members understand and address personal issues or problems.

In a self-managed work team, members are unable to perform several tasks for the team because they are untrained.

A group that exists mainly to meet control needs, by solving all sorts of problems, is called a(n)

List the problems that are appropriate for a group and the ones that are suitable for an individual.

A secondary group that is designed to meet control needs does not supply members with a sense of inclusion.

Even though a _____ committee continues indefinitely, its membership is usually changed regularly by election or appointment.

Problems most suitable for groups are the ones

A _____ group refers to a group in which individual members perceive each other and are aware of each other as individuals when they interact.

Communication that is mediated-via computers, telephones, and so forth-is thought to lack

It is unethical not to use one's best critical thinking skills when evaluating information, ideas, and proposals in a group.

If you dread participating in groups, you are most likely experiencing _____.

It is unethical to remain silent in a group discussion when you have a relevant idea that has not been mentioned.

The reasons that people give for joining groups reflect psychologist Wil Schutz's long recognized motivations for human interaction, which are one's need for

In a survey of leading American companies, the ability to work in teams was ranked _____ by a majority of businesspeople when describing characteristics of the ideal MBA (Master of Business Administration) graduate.

_____ means that group members simultaneously send and receive verbal and nonverbal messages to and from one another.

Dyads are excluded from being considered as small groups because

The first group you encounter in your life is the

Describe an ad hoc or a standing committee. Explain whether a task force is an ad hoc or a standing committee.

Who is a participant-observer? What is the role of a participant-observer in a group?

The essence of a group is that members act _____ toward a common purpose and influence each other as part of a unit.

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

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 1: Small Groups As the Heart of Society

_____ groups exist to help members understand and address personal issues or problems.

In a self-managed work team, members are unable to perform several tasks for the team because they are untrained.

A group that exists mainly to meet control needs, by solving all sorts of problems, is called a(n)

List the problems that are appropriate for a group and the ones that are suitable for an individual.

A secondary group that is designed to meet control needs does not supply members with a sense of inclusion.

Even though a _____ committee continues indefinitely, its membership is usually changed regularly by election or appointment.

Problems most suitable for groups are the ones

A _____ group refers to a group in which individual members perceive each other and are aware of each other as individuals when they interact.

Communication that is mediated-via computers, telephones, and so forth-is thought to lack

It is unethical not to use one's best critical thinking skills when evaluating information, ideas, and proposals in a group.

If you dread participating in groups, you are most likely experiencing _____.

It is unethical to remain silent in a group discussion when you have a relevant idea that has not been mentioned.

The reasons that people give for joining groups reflect psychologist Wil Schutz's long recognized motivations for human interaction, which are one's need for

In a survey of leading American companies, the ability to work in teams was ranked _____ by a majority of businesspeople when describing characteristics of the ideal MBA (Master of Business Administration) graduate.

_____ means that group members simultaneously send and receive verbal and nonverbal messages to and from one another.

Dyads are excluded from being considered as small groups because

The first group you encounter in your life is the

Describe an ad hoc or a standing committee. Explain whether a task force is an ad hoc or a standing committee.

Who is a participant-observer? What is the role of a participant-observer in a group?

The essence of a group is that members act _____ toward a common purpose and influence each other as part of a unit.

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

Group Problem-Solving Procedures

Managing Small Group Conflict Productively

Applying Leadership Principles

Planning, Organizing, and Presenting Small Group Oral Presentations

Filters