Question 1

According to Tubbs' definition of small group interaction, the minimum number of individuals needed to constitute a group is:

Accepted Answer

B

Question 2

According to Forsyth (1999), a group is identified in terms of structure, social identity, goals, interaction, and:

Accepted Answer

Forsyth (1999) identifies a group in terms of structure, social identity, goals, interaction, and group cohesion, which refers to the bonds that hold the group together.

Question 3

Tubbs defines small group interaction as "the process by which three or more members of a group exchange verbal and nonverbal messages..." What is the last part of this definition?

Accepted Answer

The last part of the definition is "in an attempt to influence one another," indicating that communication within a small group is aimed at influencing each other's thoughts, opinions, and behaviors.

Question 4

One of the reasons some companies are moving to virtual teams is that:

Accepted Answer

Virtual teams can cut down on travel time and expenses required for face-to-face meetings, making them a more efficient use of resources.

Question 5

According to a recent poll by Business Week, ____________ percent of Americans are currently on a first name basis with someone who works in India.

Accepted Answer

According to the given information, the percentage of Americans who are on a first name basis with someone who works in India is not very high. Options A and D have very low and high percentages respectively which do not match the given context. Option C, 22%, is possible but it is not the best choice because it is not a clear majority nor a small minority. Therefore, the best choice is option B, 9%, which suggests that only a small percentage of Americans currently have personal relationships with people in India.

Question 6

According to Harvard Business Review, in order to help teams identify risks at the outset, they are now performing what they call:

Accepted Answer

The term "premortem" coined by Gary Klein, refers to a technique where team members imagine that a project or solution has failed, and then work together to identify all the possible reasons for that failure. It helps teams identify potential risks and develop plans to avoid them. Therefore, option C - Premortem is the correct choice. Options A, B, and D are not used to identify risks at the outset.

Question 7

Virtual teams:

Accepted Answer

Virtual teams are comprised of individuals who communicate, collaborate, and work together through electronic means, such as video conferences, emails, messaging apps, etc. They don't necessarily need to meet face-to-face for any purpose, as their communication and collaboration is done virtually.

Question 8

All but one of the following are identified by Whetton and Cameron as skills required for career success.

Accepted Answer

Whetton and Cameron identify managing conflict, development of self-awareness, and managing personal stress as skills for career success, but not specifically the ability to be assertive.

Question 9

According to a recent poll by Business Week, _____________ percent of the top 25 best companies for entry-level employment listed communication/leadership skills as the desirable trait for new hires.

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to a recent poll by Business...

Question 10

According to a 2007 Wall Street Journal survey, the following four attributes were identified by recruiters as the most highly valued attributes of people they want to hire. Which was identified as the most highly valued?

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to a 2007 Wall Street Journal...

Question 11

Which of the following is FALSE? Empowerment:

Accepted Answer

Empowerment is actually an attempt to move decision-making downward in the organization, allowing individuals and teams to make decisions and take responsibility for their actions.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT identified by Tubbs as a disadvantage of empowerment?

Accepted Answer

Tubbs identifies frustration, ambiguity in responsibilities, and the need to learn new behaviors as potential disadvantages of empowerment, but does not mention that communication between groups would not improve. In fact, improving communication is often cited as a benefit of empowerment.

Question 13

The dimension of empowerment that refers to the idea that teams need to have some degree of power to accomplish a goal is:

Accepted Answer

Potency refers to the idea that teams need to have some degree of power to accomplish a goal.

Question 14

According to recent research, when team members perceive a supportive team atmosphere, an empowering team context, an appropriate mix of skills and expertise as well as rewards limited to team performance, there will be:

Accepted Answer

A supportive and empowering team atmosphere, combined with the right skills and team-based rewards, typically leads to better outcomes as it enhances collaboration, motivation, and effectiveness.

Question 15

_____________ refers to the raw material of small group interaction.

Accepted Answer

Input refers to the raw material of small group interaction, meaning the information, ideas, and opinions that the group members bring to the table. Throughput and output refer to the processing and end results of this raw material, respectively. Cycles is not a relevant term in this context.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a phenomenon characteristic of open systems?

Accepted Answer

Strong leadership is not a characteristic phenomenon of open systems. Open systems are characterized by multiple membership, resource exchange, and entries and exits, which are essential for the system's survival and adaptation to the environment in which they operate. However, the leadership style or strength is not a defining characteristic of open systems.

Question 17

The process of creating and modifying ideas in the course of a discussion is called:

Accepted Answer

Throughput refers to the process of transforming inputs into outputs within a system, which can include the modification and creation of ideas during discussions.

Question 18

Ryan, Jillian, and Maria met for an hour to discuss the current parking problem at Big University. Ryan kept cracking jokes and wouldn't take the topic seriously. Jillian tended to provide substantive information regarding the situation whereas Maria tended to be very process oriented. The notion that they gravitated toward certain roles during group interaction reflects what systems concept?

Accepted Answer

The notion that the group members gravitated toward certain roles during the interaction reflects the concept of differentiation, which refers to the way in which systems are composed of distinct parts that have unique roles or functions. Ryan's joking behavior, Jillian's substantive contributions, and Maria's focus on process are examples of role differentiation within the group. Integration, equifinality, and dynamic equilibrium are not appropriate concepts to describe this situation.

Question 19

___________ refers to the raw material of small group interaction.

Accepted Answer

Input refers to the raw material or information that is brought into a small group interaction. This includes things like the purpose of the group, the task at hand, and any relevant background information about members of the group. Equifinality refers to the idea that there can be multiple ways to reach the same outcome, while output refers to the end result of the group interaction. Throughput refers to the process by which the input is transformed into output, which includes communication, decision-making, and problem-solving processes.

Question 20

The idea that groups may use different methods to reach the same goal is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

Equifinality is the idea that there are multiple paths to achieve the same goal. It means that different groups may have different ways of getting to the same endpoint. A and B are related to measuring productivity and efficiency, while cycles refer to repeating patterns or sequences.

Quiz 1: What Is Small Group Interaction