Test #3 Part 3

Question 1

what are 4 strengths of groups?

Answer 1

1. generate more info and knowledge
2. greater diversity in views and creativity
3. greater acceptance of decisions
4. generally more accurate

Question 2

what are 4 weaknesses of a group?

Answer 2

1. time-consuming act
2. conformity pressures
3. discussions can be dominated by few group members
4. situation of ambiguous responsibility

Question 3

define groupthink.

Answer 3

phenomenon in which norm for consensus overrides realistic appraisal of alt courses of action which hinders performance

Question 4

define group shift.

Answer 4

• change b/t groups decision and an individual decision that a member w/in group would make
• shift is generally toward a more extreme version of the group’s original position

Question 5

what are 3 group decision making techniques?

Answer 5

1. brainstorming
2. nominal group technique
3. electronic meetings

Question 6

what are the global implications on status and culture? (2)

Answer 6

• importance of status varies with culture

- understand what and who holds status

Question 7

what are the global implications on social loafing?

Answer 7

most often seen in western cultures