Which of the Following Is Not a Dysfunctional Consequence of Groups

question 138

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a dysfunctional consequence of groups?

• A) Cohesive groups can closely monitor member behavior to ensure compliance with the group's norm.
• B) The amount of control a cohesive group has over its members usually does not exceed the control of individual managers or supervisors.
• C) Cohesive groups can put strong pressure on members to conform to group norms, which can lead to high levels of uniformity of group member behavior.
• D) The almost continual interaction among group members keeps them under the watchful "eye of the norm."

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Definitions:

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James-Lange Theory

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