This creative problem-solving method, developed

by Alex Osborn, allows group members to list even seemingly wild and crazy ideas in order to address a particular problem. This method is called
A. Reflective thinking
B. Brainstorming.
C. Is/is not analysis.
D. Force field analysis.


Answer: B

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Which of the following statements is a good reason for posting information so the team can see it?

A. Seeing the data while discussing it involves more than one sense and keeps listeners' attention. B. Posting data can make it clearer and more concise through charts, graphs, etc. C. Everyone can see the same thing at the same time. D. All of the above E. None of the above

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Your friend convinces you to skip out on your homework to go to a movie together. Which of the relational influence goals has your friend used?

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According to your textbook, a good way to clarify statistical trends is to

A. increase your speaking rate when giving statistics. B. make sure the statistics are from unbiased sources. C. consult the Guinness Book of World Records. D. use visual aids when presenting statistics. E. use exact numbers rather than rounding off.

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