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SOCS1420 Week 6

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What is one of the obstacles that groups may face in social planning according to the text?

Including people in the planning process

Predicting the future accurately

Moving into action too quickly (correct)

Avoiding all ideas except perfect ones

What is a common pitfall mentioned in the text regarding defining problems in social planning?

Avoiding the need for immediate action

Defining the problem in terms of the solution (correct)

Ignoring the issue of speeding cars

Putting up stoplights without proper consultation

What does 'Groupthink' refer to in social planning according to the text?

Conformity clouding vision and discouraging expression of concerns (correct)

Clarity in vision due to conformity

Encouraging individuals to express concerns openly

Challenging what isn't working effectively

Why is it important to accept all ideas in social planning according to the text?

To prevent risk aversion from affecting the planning process Signup and view all the answers

What is one consequence of forgetting to include people in social planning as mentioned in the text?

Decreased effectiveness and potential deadly outcomes Signup and view all the answers

Why is lobbying considered meaningful in impacting public officials according to the text?

To have an impact on policymakers and decision-makers Signup and view all the answers

What can be a challenge for 'risk avoiders' during social planning?

Moving into action too quickly Signup and view all the answers

Which factor can cloud vision and deter people from expressing concerns in social planning?

'Conformity' within 'Groupthink' Signup and view all the answers

'Planning to avoid action' is a pitfall that arises from what attitude in social planning?

'Thirst for immediate action' Signup and view all the answers

'Defining the problem in terms of the solution' can result in ineffective social planning due to what misconception?

'Ignoring the issue' that leads to the solution Signup and view all the answers