What is the most fundamental difference between systems theory and all other general theories in small group communications?

a) It encourages a holistic approach toward one's groups
b) It propagates minimizing costs and maximizing rewards.
c) It encourages individuals to strengthen their influence within their groups.
d) It focuses on behaviors that help the group move toward its goals.


A

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Which of the following groups of people would fit the criteria given in the textbook as a small group?

A. A group of college students waiting for a train discussing the top news story of the day. B. A group of co-workers meeting to discuss strategies for developing a sales proposal they are working on. C. Five people standing in line at the bank making small talk as they wait. D. Two people studying for a final exam.

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The negotiating and problem-solving phase involves ______.

A. generating and assessing options for settlement B. generating and assessing options and writing settlement agreements C. writing the agreement D. reality testing the agreement

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Of the three main types of reasoning discussed in your text, select two and explain the main differences between them. Using a hypothetical topic, construct an argument with each of the two selected

What will be an ideal response?

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