When a Member of a Group Challenges the Decision That

question 85

True/False

When a member of a group challenges the decision that is being made by the group in an attempt to make the group carefully consider the pros and cons of a particular alternative, this member is playing the role of the devil's advocate.

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Definitions:

Field Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that human behavior is influenced by an individual's psychological environment, which consists of various dynamic interactions and forces.

Classic Change Model

A framework for understanding how individuals, groups, or organizations make significant changes through stages of precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.

Freezing

A physical process where a liquid turns into a solid when its temperature is lowered below its freezing point.

Refreezing

The final stage in the change process where new behavior becomes integrated into the norm, ensuring stability.