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Refer to the scenario below to answer the following questions.
Group Development at MagPie Inc.
As a consultant who specializes in group dynamics, you are observing MagPie Inc.'s self-managing teams and work groups which are in different stages of development. MagPie is a medium-sized manufacturing business and has recently started using teams in all of their operations. Team training is lacking and you have been asked to evaluate the teams and suggest actions for better cohesiveness among the team members. You have labelled the teams A, B, C, D and E, in order to conceal their names. Group D has resolved its issues of leadership and is devoting all of its energy to getting the job done. Team C, on the other hand, shows significant resistance to its appointed leader's guidance and there is a lot of argument over roles within the group. The members of Group A are getting acquainted in their meeting. The team is made up of employees from different divisions and departments and they are still getting to know each other. Team E is in the process of setting their formal rules, roles, and clarifying expectations. Everyone seems to be in agreement as to how these are done. Team B is full of hostility. At least one group member has withdrawn by sitting quietly away from the others, and is no longer participating in the discussions.
-Group D seems to be in the development stage of _________________.

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Liability

A financial obligation or debt owed by a business to another entity, typically due for repayment in the future.

Company

A legal entity formed by individuals, stockholders, or shareholders, with the purpose of operating for profit.

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An asset or input used in the production of goods and services with the capability to provide future economic benefit.

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An action or activity, specifically financial or commercial, that has occurred in the past.