The committee to select a new faculty member for the department has accomplished its task, the committee no longer has a need to exist. What phase of group socialization is this called?

A. assimilation phase
B. exit phase
C. antecedent phase
D. encounter phase
E. anticipatory phase


Answer: B

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Greg has just started his new job and is feeling overwhelmed with projects that are coming due in a short time. He is talking with Julia, his friend and coworker. Julia responds by relating the frustration and confusion she felt when she started the job and offers to help Greg get back on track with his projects. Julia's understanding of how he felt is an example of _____.

a. neutrality b. empathy c. manipulation d. apathy

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Jose dislikes deadlines and often completes work assignments at the last minute. Generally, he likes to "go with the flow" and act spontaneously to situations. Which Myers-Briggs personality trait best describes Jose?

a. sensor b. feeler c. thinker d. intuitive e. perceiver

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Symbolic convergence theory explains how fantasy themes help shape a group's identification and culture

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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According to Robert Entman, the way the media tells a story may influence audience perceptions. Which term refers to this concept?

a. framing b. gatekeeping c. agenda setting d. spinning

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