Question 1

Saul is a charismatic leader who has inspired extreme devotion among his followers. It is likely that Saul is a _______ leader.

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Saul's ability to inspire extreme devotion suggests that he is a transformational leader, as these leaders are known for their ability to inspire and motivate their followers on a deep level. Relationship-oriented leaders focus on building strong interpersonal connections with their team, while masculine and feminine leadership styles are not relevant factors in this scenario.

Question 2

According to your text, research on transformational leaders has shown all but which of the following?

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Research on transformational leaders has not shown that they use their influence over others in only positive ways. In fact, some transformational leaders may use their influence for negative purposes, such as manipulating or coercing their followers.

Question 3

Do groups perform better on brainstorming tasks than individuals? Explain any discrepancies between groups and individuals on such tasks.

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Question 4

A group of volunteers are working together to build a new school. How would you advise this group to use coordination and communication to be as effective and productive as possible? Specifically, what are the characteristics of a coordinated group and what are some strategies for effective communication?

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Question 5

Briefly describe the pros and cons of utilizing technology to communicate in groups. Would you advise members in the minority to use technology to communicate, or is it best that they communicate face-to-face? Why?

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Question 6

Two managers at a company have been tasked with raising the most money from the sales of their company's shoes. The first manager is going to have the members of her sales team compete to see who can raise the most money. The second manager is going to create cohesion among her sales team and hopes that they will sell more shoes. Based on what you read in the text, which sales team should raise the most money and have the most dedicated members? Explain.

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Question 7

Differentiate between task- and relationship-oriented leadership. Which type of leader would work effectively with a diverse work group and why?

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Question 8

Coach Smiley has just started coaching a Little League baseball team. Coach Smiley is a big believer in the power of sports to improve children's self-esteem and physical health. Briefly describe how Coach Smiley can use both task-oriented and relationship-oriented leadership to effectively manage his team.

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Question 9

Sheila is interviewing for a job as president at a local university where the enrollment has suffered for the past few year. In order to get the job, Sheila needs to convince the all-male board of trustees that a woman can do the job just as well as a man. First, on the day of her interview, what are 2 behaviors that Sheila should engage in to look more like a leader? Second, what are 3 pieces of research evidence that Sheila could use to convince the board that she would be a good president?

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Question 10

Briefly provide explain why transformational leaders are so effective and 3 characteristics that lead them to have such profound effects on their followers.

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Question 11

Imagine that you have just been placed into small groups in one of your classes and that you will be working on an important project with your group. First, define social loafing. Second, explain how your teacher could design your project to discourage social loafing.

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Question 12

A group of high school students are putting on a play. Explain how such a complex task involves 2 forms of task interdependence.

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Question 13

Lin has a great deal of power over her employees. It is likely that Lin also demonstrates the following characteristics:

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A) Lin's power likely enables her to filter out distractions and focus on important tasks or information. 
B) Research on the "power paradox" suggests that individuals in power tend to take more risks and persist longer in the face of failure, potentially spending more time trying to solve a difficult puzzle. 
C) Studies on intergroup relations suggest that when individuals have equal amounts of power, they may struggle to work together effectively and may engage in power struggles or conflicts.

Question 14

Bennett is the chairman of the board of a large corporation. According to research by Carney, Cuddy, and Yap (2010) on nonverbal behavior, if Bennett wants to appear as powerful as possible in front of the board what behavior should he engage in right before his next board meeting?

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The research by Carney, Cuddy, and Yap (2010) suggests that adopting expansive, open postures (like propping feet up on a desk and leaning back) makes individuals feel and appear more powerful. This is because such poses increase feelings of dominance and confidence, which are key components of perceived power.

Question 15

Marissa has just started learning to play the piano and Manuel, her teacher, has been playing the piano for over 20 years. Both are given the option of playing either a concert in front of an audience or giving a performance alone at a recording studio. According to social facilitation, which venue should each pianist select in order to give the best possible performance? Explain.

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Question 16

Compare and contrast the arousal theory of social facilitation with the evaluation apprehension theory and the distraction theory. According to each theory, how should experts vs. novices perform in a game of pool in front of an audience and why?

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Question 17

Annabelle has just moved to Australia with her family. Before she moved, Annabelle went to a co-ed public school. In Australia, she will be attending an all-girls school where she will also wear a uniform for the first time. Describe the phases that Annabelle will go through as she socializes to this new group.

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Question 18

Briefly describe the 5 stages of group development and illustrate with an example of a group from your own life.

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Question 19

Imagine that you are working on a project with a group. Will your group perform better or worse if it is under time pressure? Explore the pros and cons of working "under the gun".

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Question 20

Charlotte, a 6th grader, showed up to school one day and none of her friends would talk to her any more. At recess they either made fun of her or avoided her completely. How is Charlotte likely to respond to this treatment by her 'friends'? First, describe one relevant study that has examined such issues. Second, explain how Charlotte would respond to such treatment at a) a neurological level, b) a behavioral level, and c) a cognitive level.

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Quiz 11: Interaction and Performance in Groups