Question 1

Currently neuroscience supports the notion of a social brain. A social brain:

Accepted Answer

The concept of a social brain encompasses all these aspects: processing interaction patterns, creating group norms, and triggering neuronal activity in response to social interactions.

Question 2

A felt sense of energy, rhythm, or intuitive knowing that occurs in a group of humans and positively affects the way they interact toward a positive purpose is called:

Accepted Answer

Collective resonance refers to the shared energy and intuitive understanding within a group that enhances their interactions and aligns them towards a positive goal.

Question 3

Which of the following "enables us to make greater progress toward our common human goals than we are able to do using idea exchange and analytic problem solving"?

Accepted Answer

Collective resonance refers to the synergistic effect that occurs when individuals in a group align their energies and intentions, leading to enhanced creativity and problem-solving capabilities beyond traditional methods.

Question 4

All groups demonstrate consistent patterns of member, leader and group behaviors as they relate to the acquisition of roles, the assumption of and response to authority, norm development and communication patterns.

Accepted Answer

The statement is true because it accurately describes the concept of group dynamics, which refers to the consistent patterns of behavior exhibited by members, leaders, and groups as they navigate various aspects of group functioning, including role acquisition, authority dynamics, norm development, and communication patterns.

Question 5

By asking how each member behaves in a group you can gain understanding of what level of system in the group life?

Accepted Answer

Understanding how each member behaves in a group provides insight into the member level of the system in group life.

Question 6

By asking what the explicit/tacit rules are for behavior in a group you can gain understanding of what level of system in the group life?

Accepted Answer

Understanding the explicit/tacit rules for behavior in a group helps you understand the group level system, as these rules govern how members interact and function within the group.

Question 7

By asking who the leaders and followers are in a group you can gain understanding of what level of system in the group life?

Accepted Answer

Understanding who the leaders and followers are in a group helps to analyze the dynamics and roles within the group itself, which pertains to the group level of the system.

Question 8

By asking how much time a group spends together you can gain understanding of what level of system in the group life?

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

By asking how much control over the outcomes of a group the group hasyou can gain understanding of what level of system in the group life?

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

By observing who talks to whom you can gain understanding of what level of system in the group life?

Accepted Answer

Observing who talks to whom helps understand the group dynamics and interactions, which is related to the group level of the system.

Question 11

Groups have a conscious and unconscious life. The conscious life is known as the "leisure group" and the unconscious group is the "negative assumptions group".

Accepted Answer

The terms "leisure group" and "negative assumptions group" are not standard psychological terms for describing the conscious and unconscious life of groups.

Question 12

Leaders and members frequently often mistakenly perceive unconscious aspects of a group as interfering with the real work.

Accepted Answer

Leaders and members may not be aware of unconscious dynamics, such as hidden agendas or emotional undercurrents, which can disrupt the group's focus on its objectives.

Question 13

Which of the following are indicators of developmental changes in a group over time?

Accepted Answer

All the options listed are indicators of developmental changes in a group over time, as they reflect evolving dynamics and interactions within the group.

Question 14

Using Tuckman as your reference, match each if the stages of group development to an issue that the group is confronting:
-Group members attempt to discover acceptable behaviors according to the leader and other group members.

Accepted Answer

In the Forming stage, group members try to understand acceptable behaviors and expectations from the leader and other members.

Question 15

Using Tuckman as your reference, match each if the stages of group development to an issue that the group is confronting:
-Group members act emotionally to task demands and exhibit resistance to suggested actions.

Accepted Answer

The storming stage is characterized by conflict and resistance as group members react emotionally to task demands and challenge each other's ideas and suggestions.

Question 16

Using Tuckman as your reference, match each if the stages of group development to an issue that the group is confronting:
-Group members accept the group and the individuality of fellow members and agree to rules.

Accepted Answer

In the Norming stage, group members resolve conflicts, establish norms, and agree on rules, leading to acceptance and cohesion within the group.

Question 17

Using Tuckman as your reference, match each if the stages of group development to an issue that the group is confronting:
-Members are focused on getting the task done and relate to each other in ways that will accomplish the task.

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Question 18

According to Tuckman, a group moves from one stage to the next by successfully accomplishing the task and social emotional/group structure function at each stage.

Accepted Answer

Tuckman's model suggests that groups progress through stages (forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning) by resolving issues related to tasks and group dynamics at each stage.

Question 19

According to Whelan's description of the key developmental issues of group life, dependency and inclusion are followed by:

Accepted Answer

After dependency and inclusion, groups typically experience counter-dependency and conflict as members start to assert their own ideas and challenge the group's norms.

Question 20

According to Whelan's description of the key developmental issues of group life, trust and structure are followed by:

Accepted Answer

After trust and structure, the next stage in group development according to Whelan is work and productivity, where the group focuses on achieving its goals.

Quiz 2: Group Development