Suppose You Have a Group Presentation with Three Other Classmates

question 81

Multiple Choice

Suppose you have a group presentation with three other classmates: Manny, Moe, and Jack. Jack wants to be the main speaker, but the reality is that he is the least prepared, least motivated, and represents the greatest risk to your group's presentation grade. Manny and Moe know this, too; however, no one wants to discuss reality with Jack. Jack is overconfident and unwilling to relinquish his role as main speaker. Which of the following approaches is MOST productive? That is, which option increases the likelihood of a good presentation grade but will maintain a positive working relationship with Jack in the future?

• A) Withdrawing the next time Jack discusses his role as main speaker.
• B) Accommodating Jack by keeping him as main speaker.
• C) Competing with Jack the next time he discusses his role as main speaker.
• D) Collaborating with Jack the next time he discusses his role as main speaker.

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