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Coms 213 Midterm

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What is the output of a groups task dimension?
Productivity
Which of the following is not a motive of seeking groups?
Social Loafing
Jim works extra hard on project bc other members slacked off on the project, this is an example of:
Social compensation
Which is the most effective way for a group to work through tension?
Keep things light, share laughs
True or False: Conformity is always problematic
False
Which of the following is a collective perspective that group members should pursue max group outcomes?
Norm
What are the 3 necessary conditions for constructive competition?
1. Winning is De-emphasized
2. Clean rules
3. Equally matched opponents
True or false: intergroup is more competitive than intragroup
True
Which type of role extracts maximum productivity from the group?
Task
What is NOT involved in retaining the leader role?
Give everyone advice
Which style from the Styles perspective of Leadership is the most participative and demands involvement from group members?
Democratic Style
True or False: The leader and follower positions do not work closely together
False
True or False: The responsibility of a team is completely on a team leader?
False
The attitude that destroys teamwork and team effectiveness is:
Cynicism
Which of the following is not one of the four C's
Charismatic
True or False: Critical thinking is analyzing and evaluating ideas and info to read a final judgement or conclusion
true
The three main systems of groupthink are:
Arrogance, Close mindedness, pressure
Which is not a key way to avoid information overlook
sharing all information found
Which of the following isn't a power resource
alliance
Which form of power is considered an active form of power
Dominance
What is it called when an alliance forms within a group in attempts to take charge by controlling all other members through tactics such as manipulation
coalition
Jack had job interview scheduled for sunday, he didn't go because of Game of Thrones premiere. When asked about his absence, he said "But I thought the interview was next Sunday." What resistance strategy did Jack use.
The Misunderstanding Mirage
Which tool addresses power imbalances is not valued in all cultures and therefor must take into account cultural differences before being used
Assertiveness
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