Question 1

In Google Calendar, you can set up a calendar for a conference room so you can reserve a
meeting space.

Accepted Answer

Google Calendar allows users to set up a calendar for a conference room so they can reserve a meeting space.

Question 2

-After group members get acquainted and work out their pecking order, as shown above, they feel comfortable sharing information with each other.

Accepted Answer

This statement describes the norming stage of Tuckman's stages of group development, where after going through the forming (getting acquainted) and storming (establishing pecking order) stages, group members start to work cooperatively and share information more openly.

Question 3

When individual creativity and independent thinking are lost to group cohesiveness, the condition is known as ____________________.

Accepted Answer

groupthink

Question 4

If your team is suffering from groupthink, invite a team member from within the group to play the devil's advocate.

Accepted Answer

The answer of If your team is suffering from groupthink,...

Question 5

A(n) ____________________ is made up of two or more people who interact with each other, share expectations and obligations, and develop a common identity.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________ is made up of two...

Question 6

If the group's solution might be threatening to a decision maker, do not invite that person to a team meeting as they will bring down the morale of the group.

Accepted Answer

Excluding a decision maker because their views might be challenging can lead to a lack of diverse perspectives, hinder problem-solving, and ultimately result in decisions that are not fully informed or accepted by key stakeholders. Including decision makers can ensure that solutions are realistic, feasible, and more likely to be implemented successfully.

Question 7

The consensus approach is the most efficient way to reach closure as there is only one decision maker.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The consensus approach is the most efficient...

Question 8

When solving a problem, it is fine to use an impact analysis alone to make a final decision between alternatives.

Accepted Answer

An impact analysis is an important factor to consider when making decisions, but it should not be the sole factor. Other important considerations such as feasibility, cost, and time should also be evaluated before making a final decision.

Question 9

During the ____ phase of building a team, group members can complete tasks efficiently, work together on complex problems, and make shared decisions.
A) socializing
B) collaboration
C) facilitation
D) organizing

Accepted Answer

Collaboration is the phase in which team members are able to work together effectively to complete tasks, solve complex problems, and make shared decisions. During this phase, team members have developed trust and open communication with one another, allowing them to collaborate and achieve success. The socializing phase is focused on developing relationships and getting to know one another, while the facilitation phase involves a leader guiding the group through the process. The organizing phase is focused on establishing roles and responsibilities within the team.

Question 10

____ is a form of brainstorming where group members focus on a subject and then write about it nonstop for a short period of time.
A) Mind mapping
B) Free writing
C) Journaling
D) Flowcharting

Accepted Answer

The described technique is called Free Writing, which involves writing continuously without stopping or censoring oneself. This is used to generate ideas and creativity, and is often used in brainstorming sessions. Mind mapping is a visual technique used to organize ideas, journaling is a personal writing reflection, and flowcharting is a visual representation of a process.

Question 11

If files contain confidential contents, find out how to require a user name and password before
people can access the material.

Accepted Answer

To require a user name and password before accessing confidential files, it is necessary to implement some form of access control or authentication system, such as user accounts with passwords, encryption, or a secure login process.

Question 12

When using ____, a group member lists a main idea or problem at the center of a page, white board, or flip chart.Each participant is invited to share reactions and ideas.These are drawn as radial lines or spokes.
A) fishbone diagrams
B) mind maps
C) bar charts
D) free writing

Accepted Answer

The description matches the concept of mind maps. Fishbone diagrams are a visual tool used to identify the causes of a problem, bar charts display data in bar form, and free writing involves writing down any and all ideas that come to mind without judgment or editing.

Question 13

When outside participants are visiting your team meeting, conduct a strengths, weaknesses,
opportunities, and threat (SWOT) exercise to make sure the group's success is not blinding members to potential problems.

Accepted Answer

Conducting a SWOT exercise with outside participants during a team meeting can provide valuable insights and help identify potential problems that the group may be overlooking. By analyzing strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, the team can develop strategies to address any issues and improve their overall performance.

Question 14

-Referring to the figure above, it is possible that this chart will change over time and a new informal leader will emerge.

Accepted Answer

Informal leadership is not fixed and can change over time as group dynamics, individual contributions, and perceptions evolve, potentially leading to the emergence of a new informal leader.

Question 15

The way that people work and interact with each other is known as group ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The way that people work and interact...

Question 16

____________________ is achieved when two or more people work together to produce something greater than the sum of their individual efforts.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ is achieved when two or more...

Question 17

With ____, the group considers a question, task, or project, and then generates as many ideas as possible, usually in a short period of time.Every idea is recorded, and no idea is disregarded, criticized, or analyzed.
A) culling
B) analyzing
C) brainstorming
D) powerthinking

Accepted Answer

Brainstorming is the only option listed that fits the description provided. With brainstorming, the focus is on generating as many ideas as possible without judgment or analysis. The other options listed involve some form of criticism or analysis, which is not part of the brainstorming process.

Question 18

In the early stages of solving a problem, you use convergent thinking to develop as many creative ideas and potential solutions as possible.

Accepted Answer

Convergent thinking is focused on narrowing down options and choosing the best solution from a set of known alternatives. In the early stages of problem-solving, you would typically use divergent thinking to generate multiple ideas and potential solutions before using convergent thinking to select the best option.

Question 19

____________________ thinking techniques narrow the options to a manageable sets.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ thinking techniques narrow the options to...

Question 20

____ decision making seeks a solution that most of the group can agree to while trying to resolve any concerns or objections that the minority has.
A) Consensus
B) Consultative
C) Authoritarian
D) Open management

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____ decision making seeks a solution that...

Quiz 4: Group Decision Making and Problem Solving

In Google Calendar, you can set up a calendar for a conference room so you can reserve a meeting space.

-After group members get acquainted and work out their pecking order, as shown above, they feel comfortable sharing information with each other.

When individual creativity and independent thinking are lost to group cohesiveness, the condition is known as ____________________.

If your team is suffering from groupthink, invite a team member from within the group to play the devil's advocate.

A(n) ____________________ is made up of two or more people who interact with each other, share expectations and obligations, and develop a common identity.

If the group's solution might be threatening to a decision maker, do not invite that person to a team meeting as they will bring down the morale of the group.

The consensus approach is the most efficient way to reach closure as there is only one decision maker.

When solving a problem, it is fine to use an impact analysis alone to make a final decision between alternatives.

During the ____ phase of building a team, group members can complete tasks efficiently, work together on complex problems, and make shared decisions.

____ is a form of brainstorming where group members focus on a subject and then write about it nonstop for a short period of time.

If files contain confidential contents, find out how to require a user name and password before people can access the material.

When using ____, a group member lists a main idea or problem at the center of a page, white board, or flip chart.Each participant is invited to share reactions and ideas.These are drawn as radial lines or spokes.

When outside participants are visiting your team meeting, conduct a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threat (SWOT) exercise to make sure the group's success is not blinding members to potential problems.

-Referring to the figure above, it is possible that this chart will change over time and a new informal leader will emerge.

The way that people work and interact with each other is known as group ____________________.

____________________ is achieved when two or more people work together to produce something greater than the sum of their individual efforts.

With ____, the group considers a question, task, or project, and then generates as many ideas as possible, usually in a short period of time.Every idea is recorded, and no idea is disregarded, criticized, or analyzed.

In the early stages of solving a problem, you use convergent thinking to develop as many creative ideas and potential solutions as possible.

____________________ thinking techniques narrow the options to a manageable sets.

____ decision making seeks a solution that most of the group can agree to while trying to resolve any concerns or objections that the minority has.