Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Effect

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding the effect of status on group interaction?

• A) Lower-status members state less commands than high status members.
• B) Lower-status members tend to be more assertive group members as compared to high-status members.
• C) Lower-status members speak more often as compared to high-status members.
• D) Lower-status members state people interrupt others more often compared to high-status members.
• E) As compared to high-status members, lower-status members tend to participate in group discussions more actively.

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Definitions:

Integration

The process of combining or coordinating separate elements or groups into a unified whole, often seen in organizational, social, or technological contexts.

Horizontal Differentiation

A structural feature of an organization that involves the division of labor and the specialization of tasks horizontally across departments.

Centralization

The accumulation of decision-making power at the higher echelons of an organization.

Standardization

The process of implementing and developing technical standards to ensure consistency, safety, and interoperability of products or services across different areas or sectors.