Question 1

__________ uses a three -part argument containing a general truth, a related claim, and a conclusion.

Accepted Answer

A)  Analogy 
B)  Example reasoning 
C)  Analysis 
D)  Syllogism

Question 2

Variety,simplicity,and usefulness are the three qualities necessary for competent problem solving.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Deductive reasoning moves from specific statements to a generalization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Nominal group technique occurs in a relatively structured setting.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Crazy or outlandish suggestions during the idea generation stage of problem solving should be avoided or thrown out.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Analysis and reasoning are essentially the same thing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

What three levels of goals do effective groups have to consider in directing group Efforts?

Accepted Answer

A)  organizational, leader, and group goals 
B)  leader, group, and individual goals 
C)  group, organizational, and individual goals 
D)  strategic, individual, and group goals

Question 8

A fallacy is an argument in which the conclusion is based on inaccurate information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Advocacy in problem -solving groups seeks to __________ positions to promote awareness and resolve issues.

Accepted Answer

A)  advance accepted 
B)  advance alternative 
C)  criticize alternative 
D)  criticize all

Question 10

A syllogism is a three -part argument containing a general truth, a related claim, and a conclusion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

An agenda is a __________ that specifies what is to be discussed,in what order,and for
How long.

Accepted Answer

A)  report 
B)  goal 
C)  meeting 
D)  guide

Question 12

Which of the following questions demonstrates the use of interpretation?

Accepted Answer

A)  "When did the furloughs begin?" 
B)  "What do these furloughs mean for the company?" 
C)  "Who is affected by the furloughs?" 
D)  "Why are these furloughs happening?"

Question 13

The three dimensions of group evaluation are informational,presentational,and interpersonal.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is the final step taken by groups that use the nominal group Technique?

Accepted Answer

A)  silent generation of ideas 
B)  round 
C)  voting 
D)  discussion

Question 15

Which step in the reflective thinking technique deals with group members stating their perceptions of the problem along with their intended goals?

Accepted Answer

A)  Step 1: Introduce the problem. 
B)  Step 2: Define and analyze the problem. 
C)  Step 3: Establish criteria. 
D)  Step 4: Generate possible solutions.

Question 16

Evaluation of a group's effectiveness focuses on

Accepted Answer

A)  how well the group is doing. 
B)  what the group is doing. 
C)  why the group is working together. 
D)  when the group will be done.

Question 17

Why is it important to use established rules of order in a meeting?

Accepted Answer

A)  Decision making will occur more quickly. 
B)  The group leader will be less likely to use or be accused of using bias. 
C)  Group members' credibility will not be affected. 
D)  Formal rules of order will make informal and formal groups more productive.

Question 18

If you make an argument by citing two examples of previously failed products and Contend that a similar new product will also fail,what kind of reasoning are you using?

Accepted Answer

A)  causal 
B)  comparative 
C)  sign 
D)  generalization

Question 19

Which of the following agenda items is considered unimportant if the group is meeting Only once or for the first time?

Accepted Answer

A)  finished business 
B)  reading of the minutes from the previous meeting 
C)  roll call 
D)  requests for additional topics

Exam 10: Meetings: Forums for Problem Solving 305

__________ uses a three -part argument containing a general truth, a related claim, and a conclusion.

Variety,simplicity,and usefulness are the three qualities necessary for competent problem solving.

Deductive reasoning moves from specific statements to a generalization.

Nominal group technique occurs in a relatively structured setting.

Crazy or outlandish suggestions during the idea generation stage of problem solving should be avoided or thrown out.

Analysis and reasoning are essentially the same thing.

What three levels of goals do effective groups have to consider in directing group Efforts?

A fallacy is an argument in which the conclusion is based on inaccurate information.

Advocacy in problem -solving groups seeks to __________ positions to promote awareness and resolve issues.

A syllogism is a three -part argument containing a general truth, a related claim, and a conclusion.

An agenda is a __________ that specifies what is to be discussed,in what order,and for How long.

Which of the following questions demonstrates the use of interpretation?

The three dimensions of group evaluation are informational,presentational,and interpersonal.

Which of the following is the final step taken by groups that use the nominal group Technique?

Which step in the reflective thinking technique deals with group members stating their perceptions of the problem along with their intended goals?

Evaluation of a group's effectiveness focuses on

Why is it important to use established rules of order in a meeting?

If you make an argument by citing two examples of previously failed products and Contend that a similar new product will also fail,what kind of reasoning are you using?

Which of the following agenda items is considered unimportant if the group is meeting Only once or for the first time?