When a Group Develops Methods for Monitoring and Evaluating Progress

question 50

Multiple Choice

When a group develops methods for monitoring and evaluating progress towards a solution, the group has reached the _____ stage of the decision-making process.

• A)choosing solutions
• B)evaluating solutions
• C)diagnosing problems
• D)developing an action plan and implementation

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Definitions:

Social Norms

Expected standards of conduct, which influence behavior.

Social Loafing

The tendency of individuals to put forth less effort when working in a group compared to when working alone.

Deindividuation

A psychological state characterized by diminished self-consciousness and decreased sense of personal responsibility, often occurring in group settings.

Social Facilitation

The tendency for people to perform differently when in the presence of others than when alone, often improving on simple tasks and performing poorly on complex tasks.