A Group Member Has Taken on the Role of the "Gatekeeper

question 15

Multiple Choice

A group member has taken on the role of the "gatekeeper." Which of the following actions would most likely be taken by this member?

• A) Seek and accept the authority or direction of others.
• B) Guide and direct the group activity.
• C) Control outsiders' access to the group.
• D) Focus the movement toward the main work of the group.

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