Which of the Following Statements Is True of Group Cohesiveness

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of group cohesiveness?

• A) As groups become more successful, they become increasingly attractive to their members, and their cohesiveness tends to decrease.
• B) Low levels of cohesiveness can be increased by reducing or eliminating competition among groups.
• C) When group cohesiveness is low, group members do not find their group particularly appealing and have little desire to retain their group membership.
• D) If a group is high in cohesiveness and small in size, managers should consider dividing the group in half and assigning different tasks and goals to the two newly formed groups.
• E) As group cohesiveness decreases, the emphasis placed on group goal accomplishment increases within a group.

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Definitions:

Unfamiliar Culture

A set of social norms, beliefs, and practices that is different from one's own and often requires adjustment and learning to understand.

Ethnocentrism

The belief in the inherent superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture, often resulting in prejudice and discrimination towards other groups.

Own Culture

Refers to the customs, beliefs, arts, institutions, and all other products of human work and thought created by a specific group of people or society.

Superior

Describing someone or something that is higher in rank, quality, or performance compared to others.