The functional approach to group communication _____.
A) attempts to describe types of behaviors that lead to better quality solutions
B) defines stages of group interaction that occur in decision-making groups
C) describes the personality traits of effective leaders and group members
D) attempts to define the structure of various types of work groups

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The functional approach focuses on isolating the specific behaviors in a group that lead to better quality solutions and outcomes. It seeks to identify and describe communication behaviors that contribute positively or negatively to group outcomes. The other options (B, C, and D) relate to different approaches or theories of group communication.

The Functional Approach to Group Communication _____