Exam 6: Verbal and Nonverbal Communication in Groups

"Maria,we haven't heard from you yet and want to make sure that everyone gets a chance to weigh in on this issue." This statement would most likely be made by a group member functioning in which of the following roles?

According to Belbin's Team-Role Theory,there is no such a thing as a "pure" role as members naturally assume a mix of roles depending on the needs of the group..

Aggressive group members

According to Schutz's FIRO Theory,if group members' affection needs are not met,they may become

Members with low levels of communication apprehension may appear more confident..

If a group member says,"That's a stupid idea.Think you could come up with anything better?" as a way of intimidating others,asserting authority,inhibiting effective collaboration,and monopolizing discussion,which role is this person demonstrating?

According to Belbin's Team-Role Theory,which of the following roles describes a conscientious,methodical person who transforms group decisions into practical actions?

According to Schutz's FIRO Theory,a group member who tries to attract attention to compensate for feelings of inadequacy is an

When a group member exhibits a unique set of skills or behavioral patterns that serve specific functions within the group,that member has assumed a(n)

The Employee Training Committee values Tyler's contributions because he helps explain other members' ideas and suggestions,corrects misunderstandings,and summarizes the group's discussion on important issues.When the group is confused or is having trouble sorting multiple ideas and arguments,they look to Tyler for help.Tyler has assumed the task role of information provider..

Passive-aggressive group members often get their way by working against or undermining other members behind their backs and by appearing to agree while privately planning an opposite action..

Belbin's team roles include information seeker,energizer,harmonizer,and compromiser..

Which of the following strategies can reduce your level of communication apprehension in groups?

An abdicrat is a group member whose control needs are met,who has no problem with power,and who is comfortable giving and taking orders..

A group member who skillfully,but unethically,influences and controls others to his or her own advantage in an unfair,dishonest,or deceitful manner is what kind of group member?

"Let's begin by looking at the problem from the client's point of view.Then let's compare their views with our assumptions." This statement would most likely be made by a group member functioning in which of the following task roles?

The power of positive thinking-also known as cognitive restructuring-is enough to foster group and member confidence because it show helps groups who to commit to ambitious goals and believe in their ability to meet them..

Even though Susie volunteers to work on committees on does a lot of the work on her own,she feels so misused and resentful that she criticizes committee members behind their backs.Susie's behavior would be classified as

According to Belbin's Team-Role Theory,which of the following roles describes an energetic,high achiever who seeks patterns in group work and pushes a group toward agreement?

Social maintenance roles include harmonizer,motivator,supporter,and team builder..