58 Questions
Which type of communication network is characterized by communication flowing from one person to the next in a closed, centralized manner?
Chain
What is the term used in social network analysis to refer to subgroups of interrelated members within a larger group context?
Cliques
Which generation values diversity, techno literacy, self-reliance, and increased confidence?
Gen X
Which generation is characterized by being ultra-confident, achievement-oriented, and seeking feedback?
Millennials
Which term refers to the complex set of relations that organizes a group into an integrated whole?
Group structure
What are norms?
Implicit standards
Which type of norm identifies preferable, positively sanctioned behaviors and encourages them as the normal course of action?
Prescriptive norm
What does understanding group structure allow us to understand?
Group behavior
Which type of norm describes how people typically act, feel, and think in a given situation?
Descriptive norm
What is the term for a consensual standard that identifies prohibited behaviors?
Proscriptive norm
Which type of norm describes how people should act, feel, and think in a given situation?
Injunctive norm
What term describes the tendency for people to adopt the behavior and opinions presented by other group members?
Conformity
Which of the following is an example of a group process influenced by norms?
Alcohol consumption
What is the term used to describe the increase in the number of roles in a group, accompanied by a gradual decrease in the scope of these roles?
Role differentiation
Which type of role focuses on improving the nature and quality of interpersonal relations among group members?
Relationship role
Why do people have difficulty playing both task and relationship roles in a group?
Task and relationship roles have conflicting demands
Which phase of transition involves the process of integrating new members into the group?
Socialisation
Which term refers to the process of influencing other people's social perceptions by selectively revealing personal information to them?
Impression Management
What is the term used to describe the state of tension or distress caused by inconsistent expectations associated with one's role in the group?
Role conflict
What does the Bales Systematic Multiple Level Observation of Groups (SYMLOG) procedure primarily focus on?
Communication and structure of groups
What is the term used to describe the degree of congruence between the demands of a specific role and the characteristics of the individual who occupies the role?
Role fit
What is the purpose of the SYMLOG assessment?
To understand effective leadership and group dynamics
What is the term used to describe the gradual rise of some group members to positions of greater authority, accompanied by decreases in the authority exercised by other members?
Status differentiation
In Moreland and Levine's Group Socialization Theory, how does the relationship between groups and individuals change over time?
Reciprocal
Which of the following is a challenge faced by managers in regards to moving up in position?
Sense of entitlement from older generations
What does a 360-Degree Assessment primarily look at?
Leadership and communication skills
What percentage of Fortune 500 companies use 360-Degree Assessment?
More than 75%
What are some advantages of 360-Degree Assessment?
All of the above
What are some issues that may be faced in 360-Degree Assessment?
Complexity in administering the assessment
Which type of norm describes how people typically act, feel, and think in a given situation?
Descriptive norm
What is the term used to describe the perceived movement of light upon a dark background with no comparison?
Autokinetic effect
What is the term used to describe the tendency for people to adopt the behavior and opinions presented by other group members?
Conformity
Which term refers to the state of tension or distress caused by inconsistent expectations associated with one's role in the group?
Role conflict
Which term refers to the process of influencing other people's social perceptions by selectively revealing personal information to them?
Self-disclosure
What term describes the tendency for people to adopt the behavior and opinions presented by other group members?
Conformity
What does the Bales Systematic Multiple Level Observation of Groups (SYMLOG) procedure primarily focus on?
Group dynamics
What are some issues that may be faced in 360-Degree Assessment?
All of the above
Which of the following is an example of a task role in a group?
Initiating structure
What is the term used to describe the increase in the number of roles in a group, accompanied by a gradual decrease in the scope of these roles?
Role differentiation
According to the functional theory of roles, why do roles exist in groups?
To accomplish tasks and maintain relationships
What is the term used to describe the process of influencing other people's social perceptions by selectively revealing personal information to them?
Impression management
What is the optimal communication network for complex tasks?
Decentralized network
Which term in social network analysis refers to the degree to which a group member's position is located along a path between other pairs of individuals in the network?
Betweenness
Which generation is characterized by values such as hard work, dedication, and sacrifice, as well as respect for rules and authority?
Traditionalists
What is the term used to describe the process of influencing other people's social perceptions by selectively revealing personal information to them?
Self-disclosure
Which of the following is a type of member in group socialization theory?
Prospective
What are the phases of transition in group socialization theory?
Investigation, Socialization, Maintenance, Resocialization, Remembrance
What is the term used to describe unclear expectations about the behaviors associated with a role in a group?
Role Ambiguity
What is the term used to describe a state of tension caused by inconsistent expectations associated with one's role in the group?
Role Conflict
Which theory suggests that our actions in a group are influenced by both conscious and unconscious processes?
Dynamic Theory of Roles
What does the term 'role enactment' refer to in group dynamics?
The display of behaviors as part of one's group role
What is the purpose of Moreland and Levine's Group Socialization Theory?
To clarify the changes in group dynamics over time
Which of the following is a potential disadvantage of 360-Degree Assessment?
It may result in biased feedback.
What is the main objective of 360-Degree Assessment?
To identify gaps in performance and areas for improvement.
What is the primary purpose of the 360-Degree Assessment procedure?
To assess an individual's performance objectively.
What percentage of Fortune 500 companies use the 360-Degree Assessment procedure?
More than 75%
What is a potential advantage of 360-Degree Assessment?
It provides perspective from many different angles.
What is a potential challenge faced by managers in regards to moving up in position?
Resistance from older generations.
Test your knowledge on communication networks in small groups! Learn about different types of communication networks, such as chain, wheel, circle, and comcon. Understand the differences between centralized and uncentralized networks. See if you can identify examples of communication networks in small group settings.
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