In the Context of Organizational Development, the Purpose of Small-Group

question 38

Multiple Choice

In the context of organizational development, the purpose of small-group interventions is to:

• A) assess how a group functions and help it work more effectively to accomplish its goals.
• B) increase interpersonal effectiveness by helping people to become aware of their attitudes.
• C) change the character and performance of an organization, business unit, or department.
• D) help people acquire new skills and knowledge.

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Definitions:

Diffusion Of Responsibility

a socio-psychological phenomenon whereby individuals are less likely to take action or feel a sense of responsibility in the presence of a large group of people.

Obedience To Authority

The tendency to follow orders or directions from someone recognized as a figure of authority.

Social Facilitation

Social facilitation refers to the phenomenon where an individual's performance improves when performing tasks in the presence of others compared to when alone.

Pluralistic Ignorance

A psychological state in which the majority of group members privately reject a norm, but assume incorrectly that most others accept it, leading to a compliance with the norm.