Which of the following is a way to moderate focus groups?
A)Encouraging few participants to dominate the conversation
B)Providing ground rules at the end of the discussion
C)Encouraging participants to have side conversations during the discussions
D)Encouraging participants to speak simultaneously at a time during the discussions
E)Reminding participants that they all have been invited to participate so they all need to be heard

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Encouraging few participants to dominate the conversation (A) or encouraging participants to speak simultaneously (D) can hinder productive discussion and exclude valuable insights from quieter participants. Providing ground rules at the end of the discussion (B) may be too late to prevent disruptive behavior. Side conversations during the discussions (C) can also distract from the main conversation. Reminding participants that they all have been invited to participate so they all need to be heard (E) is a way to ensure that all participants feel valued and included in the discussion.

Which of the Following Is a Way to Moderate Focus