All of the following are assumptions that guide Groupthink EXCEPT that

A. group problem solving is primarily a unified process
B. groups work in ways that discourage homogeneity
C. conditions in groups promote high cohesiveness
D. groups and group decision making are frequently complex


Answer: B

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Discuss the three types of friendship, providing an example for each of the three types

What will be an ideal response?

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As Karen sat in the classroom, she could barely hear the professor over the hum of the huge ceiling fans. Which barrier to listening does this describe?

a. Self-focus b. Feedback c. Channel d. Noise

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. When explaining why the topic should be appropriate to the occasion, the textbook indicates that being "tailored" means that the topic fits the audiences' perceptions of what should be said.  2. Broadly speaking, there are three purposes of speeches.  3. Practically speaking, there are a limitless number of specific purposes for speeches.  4. Informative speeches try to convince audience members to continue doing something they already do.  5. According to the suggestions in the book, the following would be considered a well-worded, specific purpose: "My goal will be to demonstrate the major things you can do with a smart phone". 

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