Question 1

Explain surface-level and deep-level diversity.

Accepted Answer

With surface-level diversity,human diffe

Question 2

Briefly explain the three steps for building an agenda.

Accepted Answer

First,determine your meeting goals,which

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a metadiscussion comment?

Accepted Answer

A)  "I think the idea to bring in a local band is an excellent one." 
B)  "I'm not clear on the criteria.Can we review it again before proceeding?" 
C)  "What's for lunch?" 
D)  "Does anyone know the latest statistic on average ACT scores for incoming freshmen?" 
A)  "I think the idea to bring in a local band is an excellent one." 
B)  "I'm not clear on the criteria.Can we review it again before proceeding?" 
C)  "What's for lunch?" 
D)  "Does anyone know the latest statistic on average ACT scores for incoming freshmen?"

Question 4

Which of the following is true of consensus?

Accepted Answer

A)  The decision is determined by majority vote. 
B)  100 percent of the group voted for the proposal. 
C)  All group members can support the group's decision. 
D)  The majority of the group members can support the decision. 
A)  The decision is determined by majority vote. 
B)  100 percent of the group voted for the proposal. 
C)  All group members can support the group's decision. 
D)  The majority of the group members can support the decision.

Question 5

What are three (of four)advantages mentioned in your book for working in groups?

Accepted Answer

(1)Groups come up with more creative sol

Question 6

During a recent meeting,group members shared in a give-and-take discussion and were responsive to the comments of others in the group.This type of discussion can be said to constitute

Accepted Answer

A)  structure. 
B)  reflective thinking. 
C)  interaction. 
D)  evaluation. 
A)  structure. 
B)  reflective thinking. 
C)  interaction. 
D)  evaluation.

Question 7

When some group members are shy or uncomfortable talking in groups,it is a good idea to use nominal group technique to generate possible solutions to a problem.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which approach to leadership assumes that leaders are born,not made?

Accepted Answer

A)  Trait approach 
B)  Functional approach 
C)  Styles approach 
D)  Situational approach 
A)  Trait approach 
B)  Functional approach 
C)  Styles approach 
D)  Situational approach

Question 9

What is the reflective thinking method? Identify the steps used in the method and the techniques that can be useful in each step.

Accepted Answer

The reflective thinking method is a way

Question 10

Marianna said,"Suzie,you've done some research on honors programs in other departments.What have you found out that might work in our department?" By saying this,Marianna was using her _____ skills.

Accepted Answer

A)  transformational leadership 
B)  brainstorming 
C)  gatekeeping 
D)  problem-solving 
A)  transformational leadership 
B)  brainstorming 
C)  gatekeeping 
D)  problem-solving

Question 11

Which of the following would be a restraining force for the problem of saving money for college?

Accepted Answer

A)  Interest rates earn you money effortlessly 
B)  You were taught the habit of saving as a child 
C)  Having money put into savings before you get your paycheck 
D)  You own an old car that constantly needs expensive repairs 
A)  Interest rates earn you money effortlessly 
B)  You were taught the habit of saving as a child 
C)  Having money put into savings before you get your paycheck 
D)  You own an old car that constantly needs expensive repairs

Question 12

Discuss when a situational leader might employ a democratic style.

Accepted Answer

A situational leader might opt for a dem

Question 13

According to Hirokawa,which of the following is a question that a vigilant thinker should consider?

Accepted Answer

A)  What goal does the group want to achieve? 
B)  How can conflict be minimized in the group? 
C)  How can I achieve my agenda? 
D)  How can we avoid groupthink? 
A)  What goal does the group want to achieve? 
B)  How can conflict be minimized in the group? 
C)  How can I achieve my agenda? 
D)  How can we avoid groupthink?

Question 14

What are the five steps of the reflective thinking process?

Accepted Answer

(1)Identify and define the pro

Question 15

When might it be appropriate to utilize an authoritarian leadership style with your group?

Accepted Answer

A)  When you need input from all group members. 
B)  When there is a need for a quick,important decision. 
C)  When you have more than fifteen people in the group. 
D)  When you have an agenda. 
A)  When you need input from all group members. 
B)  When there is a need for a quick,important decision. 
C)  When you have more than fifteen people in the group. 
D)  When you have an agenda.

Question 16

The traits approach to leadership suggests that when we become leaders,we begin to develop traits that will help us to learn better ways to lead.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

According to the trait leadership approach,certain traits will mean that a person is destined to lead.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Most meetings have one or more of the following three goals: (1)giving information, (2)discussing information,and (3)taking action.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In the force field analysis technique,a driving force is one which

Accepted Answer

A)  increases the chances of accomplishing a goal. 
B)  is an obstacle to accomplishing a goal. 
C)  encourages group members to participate in the evaluation process. 
D)  becomes a blocking behavior in the group interaction. 
A)  increases the chances of accomplishing a goal. 
B)  is an obstacle to accomplishing a goal. 
C)  encourages group members to participate in the evaluation process. 
D)  becomes a blocking behavior in the group interaction.

Question 20

Zack was elected by his group to be the leader.During the group meetings,he did not recommend any procedures for discussing decisions,he did not volunteer any information,and he only did what he was asked to do specifically.What leadership style was Zack using?

Accepted Answer

A)  Democratic 
B)  Laissez faire 
C)  Authoritarian 
D)  Participative 
A)  Democratic 
B)  Laissez faire 
C)  Authoritarian 
D)  Participative

Explain surface-level and deep-level diversity.

Briefly explain the three steps for building an agenda.

Which of the following is an example of a metadiscussion comment?

Which of the following is true of consensus?

What are three (of four)advantages mentioned in your book for working in groups?

During a recent meeting,group members shared in a give-and-take discussion and were responsive to the comments of others in the group.This type of discussion can be said to constitute

When some group members are shy or uncomfortable talking in groups,it is a good idea to use nominal group technique to generate possible solutions to a problem.

Which approach to leadership assumes that leaders are born,not made?

What is the reflective thinking method? Identify the steps used in the method and the techniques that can be useful in each step.

Marianna said,"Suzie,you've done some research on honors programs in other departments.What have you found out that might work in our department?" By saying this,Marianna was using her _____ skills.

Which of the following would be a restraining force for the problem of saving money for college?

Discuss when a situational leader might employ a democratic style.

According to Hirokawa,which of the following is a question that a vigilant thinker should consider?

What are the five steps of the reflective thinking process?

When might it be appropriate to utilize an authoritarian leadership style with your group?

The traits approach to leadership suggests that when we become leaders,we begin to develop traits that will help us to learn better ways to lead.

According to the trait leadership approach,certain traits will mean that a person is destined to lead.

Most meetings have one or more of the following three goals: (1)giving information, (2)discussing information,and (3)taking action.

In the force field analysis technique,a driving force is one which

Zack was elected by his group to be the leader.During the group meetings,he did not recommend any procedures for discussing decisions,he did not volunteer any information,and he only did what he was asked to do specifically.What leadership style was Zack using?

Foundations of Human Communication

Self Awareness and Communication

Understanding Verbal Messages

Understanding Nonverbal Messages

Listening and Responding

Adapting to Others: Diversity and Communication

Understanding Interpersonal Communication

Enhancing Relationships

Understanding Group and Team Performance

Developing Your Presentation

Organizing and Outlining Your Presentation

Delivering Your Presentation

Speaking to Inform

Speaking to Persuade

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Exam 10: Enhancing Group and Team Performance

Explain surface-level and deep-level diversity.

Briefly explain the three steps for building an agenda.

Which of the following is an example of a metadiscussion comment?

Which of the following is true of consensus?

What are three (of four)advantages mentioned in your book for working in groups?

During a recent meeting,group members shared in a give-and-take discussion and were responsive to the comments of others in the group.This type of discussion can be said to constitute

When some group members are shy or uncomfortable talking in groups,it is a good idea to use nominal group technique to generate possible solutions to a problem.

Which approach to leadership assumes that leaders are born,not made?

What is the reflective thinking method? Identify the steps used in the method and the techniques that can be useful in each step.

Marianna said,"Suzie,you've done some research on honors programs in other departments.What have you found out that might work in our department?" By saying this,Marianna was using her _____ skills.

Which of the following would be a restraining force for the problem of saving money for college?

Discuss when a situational leader might employ a democratic style.

According to Hirokawa,which of the following is a question that a vigilant thinker should consider?

What are the five steps of the reflective thinking process?

When might it be appropriate to utilize an authoritarian leadership style with your group?

The traits approach to leadership suggests that when we become leaders,we begin to develop traits that will help us to learn better ways to lead.

According to the trait leadership approach,certain traits will mean that a person is destined to lead.

Most meetings have one or more of the following three goals: (1)giving information, (2)discussing information,and (3)taking action.

In the force field analysis technique,a driving force is one which

Zack was elected by his group to be the leader.During the group meetings,he did not recommend any procedures for discussing decisions,he did not volunteer any information,and he only did what he was asked to do specifically.What leadership style was Zack using?

Foundations of Human Communication

Self Awareness and Communication

Understanding Verbal Messages

Understanding Nonverbal Messages

Listening and Responding

Adapting to Others: Diversity and Communication

Understanding Interpersonal Communication

Enhancing Relationships

Understanding Group and Team Performance

Developing Your Presentation

Organizing and Outlining Your Presentation

Delivering Your Presentation

Speaking to Inform

Speaking to Persuade

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