Collaborating and Presenting in Groups

Question 29.1

Groups composed of members who are geographically dispersed and convene via mediated communication are known as __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 29.2

When relating to others within a group, individuals should assume __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 29.3

A(n) __________ is a list of the topics that should be discussed and the amount of time allotted for each topic in a group presentation.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 29.4

When a group engages in __________, questions are clarified, ideas are challenged, and counterexamples are presented.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 29.5

When group members waste time by attacking each other rather than focusing on the issue, they engage in __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 29.6

When a group stays focused on the task at hand by addressing possible ideas and the pitfalls of those ideas, they practice __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 29.7

For a group to be truly effective, communicating carefully, consistently, and conscientiously, it must adopt a __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 29.8

A common pitfall in groups is __________, when individuals accept arguments without thinking critically.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 29.9

Which of these behaviors do groups prone to groupthink exhibit?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 29.10

Negative group experiences are often the result of __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 29.11

Which of the following is a way to encourage group participation?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 29.12

Which educator developed a six-step process for effective decision making in groups?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 29.13

According to Dewey’s model of decision making, what is the final step?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 29.14

Which of the following is not a step in thinking reflectively to make decisions in groups?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 29.15

Which of the following is not a preparatory step that will help make a team presentation run smoothly?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.
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