Exam 10: Group Dynamics

According to Tuckman's five-stage theory of group development, during the "norming" stage, subgroups take shape and subtle forms of rebellion occur.

_____ occurs when an individual's judgment is distorted by the unanimous but incorrect opposition of a noncohesive group.

Inherent morality, a belief that encourages the group to ignore ethical implications, is one symptom of groupthink.

Social loafing is an inevitable part of group effort.

As part of a work team in his office, it is Larry's job to make photocopies of relevant materials and hand them out to the team members during meetings. Which of the following task roles is Larry performing in his work team?

When group members accurately perceive important deadlines, the pacing of work and timing of interdependent tasks tend to be more efficient.

During group meetings Patty feels that everyone should have their say whenever the group makes an important decision. She makes sure that every group member gets the chance to put forth his or her own ideas during the meeting. Which of the following maintenance roles is Patty performing?

Alyssa is the leader a work team. She creates a new rule that cell phones will no longer be allowed during team meetings in order to prevent any unwanted interruptions. This is an example of _____ which contributes to the development of a norm.

Women tend to experience greater work-versus-family role conflict than men because they typically shoulder more of the household, child care, and elder care duties.

A planning committee which consists of 10 members has been in existence for the past five years. The members are now dissatisfied with their place in the committee and with the leadership. A few members have their own projects that they want to promote which has led to the formation of sub-groups. As the level of performance declines, the committee is in danger of falling apart. Which of the following stages of group decay is the planning committee currently in?

_____ occurs when a cohesive group is unwilling to realistically view alternatives.

The initiator, orienter, and energizer are goal-oriented task roles.

Christina is the leader of a highly cohesive group. She and a few other members of her group propose a plan of action. Even though some group members do not like the plan, they remain silent. Christina interprets their silence as consent. This symptom of groupthink is known as _____.

Fair and just employee computer monitoring can be done to prevent cyberloafing.

An organizational function of formal groups is to develop, enhance, and confirm the individual's self-esteem and sense of identity.

According to the group decay process, the _____ stage involves a natural erosion of standards of conduct; group members drift in different directions as their interests and expectations change.

The task role of coordinator serves to _____.

Group cohesiveness is a major by-product of the performing stage of group development.

An organizational function of formal groups is to coordinate interdepartmental efforts.

What is cyberloafing? Describe some measures that can be taken to remedy this threat to group effectiveness.