James, Matt, Karla, and Ann Have Formed a Research Group

question 29

Multiple Choice

James, Matt, Karla, and Ann have formed a research group to study a communication theory. They each are responsible for contributing five articles to the group. They meet in the library and identify twenty articles that deal with their theory. They divide up the articles, and they schedule a meeting in which they will give a report to the other group members over their five articles. This group is using which function effectively?

• A) Identify a clear, elevating goal
• B) Gather and share appropriate information
• C) Develop options
• D) Evaluate ideas

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