Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Effect

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding the effect of size of the group on the performance of the group?

• A) The size of the group does not affect the group's overall behavior.
• B) Evidence indicates that larger groups are faster at completing tasks than smaller ones.
• C) As compared to smaller groups, larger groups are better in problem solving.
• D) If the goal of the group is fact-finding then smaller groups are more effective than larger groups.
• E) Evidence indicates that individuals perform better in larger groups than in smaller ones.

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Definitions:

Dependent

Refers to a variable in a psychological experiment that is expected to change as a result of manipulations in the independent variable.

Independent

In statistics, refers to variables or samples that are not influenced by each other; in general, freedom from outside control or support.

Dependent

In statistics, it refers to a variable which is assumed to be influenced by one or more independent variables.

Random Phenomenon

A process or event that occurs in a manner that the outcome is unpredictable and, in some cases, follows a probability distribution.