In This Group Discussion Technique, the Group Leader States the Problem

question 12

Multiple Choice

In this group discussion technique, the group leader states the problem in a clear manner so all participants understand. Members then freewheel as many alternatives as they can in a given length of time. No criticism is allowed, and all alternatives are recorded for later discussion and analysis. One idea stimulates others, and judgments of even the most bizarre suggestions are withheld until later to encourage group members to "think the unusual." Identify the decision-making technique in the discussion.

• A) group polarization
• B) morphological analysis
• C) mind mapping
• D) electronic meeting
• E) brainstorming

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Definitions:

Cohen's Kappa

Cohen's Kappa is a statistical measure used to assess the reliability of inter-rater agreement for qualitative (categorical) items, correcting for the chance of agreement.

Item-total Correlation

The relationship between individual item scores and the overall score across all items in a test or questionnaire.

Split-half Reliability

An evaluation of reliability involving splitting a test into two sections and comparing scores from each section to check how consistent the test is.

Cohen's Kappa

A statistical coefficient that measures inter-rater agreement for qualitative (categorical) items.