Exam 7: Data Gathering

Focus groups are typically deemed appropriate for very sensitive issues.

In data gathering, despite various warnings, unfortunately, ______ often trumps accurate data and careful diagnosis.

Architecture, break room area, and uniforms are all examples of which of the following unobtrusive measures?

The benefit to ______ is you can collect data from a large group of participants at one time.

An organizational survey that appears to promise change will only deepen or increase cynicism among members if nothing is done with the results.

Social media sites, wikis, and review sites are examples of which of the following unobtrusive measures?

Difficulty in following up in depth on a single issue and the potential for a low response rate are two disadvantages to which data gathering method?

______ are described as the root cause or core, fundamental issues that are producing symptoms within the organization.

The potential expense, time and data intensive, only provides one perspective, and time-consuming analysis are all disadvantages of which of the following data gathering methods?

Which of the following methods of data gathering allows the consultant to collect data on actual behavior rather than reports of people's behavior?

Interviews are probably the most common method of data collection in OD.

Typically takes a short amount of time and allows a broad range of topics to be addressed are two advantages of which of the following data gathering methods?

Self-report data are always a reflection of past events, whereas ______collects data on what is happening in the present.

According to Argyris, ______ information is necessary for the client to learn and for the interventionist to help.

Employee bulletin boards and desk decorations are examples of which of the following unobtrusive measures?

Having a background in statistical analysis is not useful when working with surveys/questionnaires.

Information is ______ if no one other than the consultant will know what was said in the interview.

Given the nature of a global environment, which of the following is necessary when development surveys/questionnaires?

Discuss data gathering methods, including pros and cons of each.

What type of environment is best for interviews?