Which of the Following Statements About Formal Groups Is True

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about formal groups is true?

• A) The placements of organization members in such areas as marketing departments and personnel departments are examples of establishing formal groups.
• B) Formal groups are a collection of individuals whose common work experiences result in the development of a system of interpersonal relations that extend beyond those established by management.
• C) The coordination of and communication among the formal groups is the responsibility of employees commonly called "cotter pins."
• D) Formal groups are divided into two general types: interest groups and command groups.
• E) The formal relationships among group members are summarized using a sociogram.

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Definitions:

Verbal Agenda

An oral or spoken outline of topics to be discussed or addressed in a meeting or gathering.

Self-Help Group

A voluntary association of individuals sharing a common concern, working together to support each other and solve a problem.

Therapy Group

A form of psychotherapy where a small number of people meet regularly to discuss, interact, and solve their problems with the guidance of a therapist.

Discussing Confidentiality

The act of talking about the importance of keeping certain information private within a specific context or group.