It was the third meeting, but the group had finally agreed on the roles for each member. Cathy felt good about how things were progressing. It seemed that the conflicts had been resolved; Bella and Lewis had actually arrived on time with their tasks completed. Cathy felt they were now a team. They were now in the ________ stage.
A) forming
B) norming
C) performing
D) adjourning
E) storming

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In the third stage, norming, conflicts are resolved, close relationships develop, and unity and harmony emerge. For individuals, the main issue is "What do the others expect me to do?" For the group, the issue is "Can we agree on roles and work as a team?" Note, then, that the group may now evolve into a team.

It Was the Third Meeting, but the Group Had Finally