Scientific Observation Is Based on the

question 247

Multiple Choice

Scientific observation is based on the

• A)gathering of introspective data.
• B)utilization of personal, subjective data.
• C)utilization of common-sense beliefs.
• D)gathering of empirical evidence.

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Definitions:

Dysfunctional Conflict

Conflicts that lead to a decline in communication or performance within a group, often resulting in negative consequences for the organization or team.

Group Polarization

The tendency for a group to make decisions that are more extreme than the initial inclination of its members, often in a more conservative or riskier direction.

Production Blocking

A phenomenon where group members have to wait on each other before they can propose their ideas, leading to a slowdown in the creative process.

Delphi Method

A structured communication technique, often used in forecasting and decision making, that relies on a panel of experts answering questionnaires in two or more rounds.