James, Matt, Karla, and Ann have formed a research group to study a chemical engineering process. They meet in the library and identify twelve articles that deal with the process. They divide up the articles, and schedule a meeting in which they will give a report to the other group members about their specific articles. They are using which group function effectively?
A) Identify a clear, elevating goal.
B) Gather and share appropriate information.
C) Develop options.
D) Evaluate ideas.

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The group is effectively using the function of gathering and sharing appropriate information by dividing up the articles and preparing to report back to the group. They are not evaluating ideas or developing options yet, as they are still in the process of gathering information. While they do have a goal in mind (to study the chemical engineering process), they have not specifically identified a clear, elevating goal at this point.

James, Matt, Karla, and Ann Have Formed a Research Group