Researchers investigating the usefulness of brain storming and Nominal Group Technique conclude that Nominal Group Technique (NGT) works better for generating ideas for all of the following reasons EXCEPT
a) waiting to speakin brain storming may disrupt the thinking process.
b) members in brainstorming sessions produce fewer ideas than NGTgroups.
c) members who fear evaluation may not be willing to contribute ideas.
d) members who make more contributions in brainstorming may earn high status and influence.
e) members may loaf and let others do all the thinking and talking.
ANS: b
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