Briefly explain the difference between task, maintenance, and self?centered functions in
groups.
What will be an ideal response?
Maintenance functions are behaviors in a group that serve to influence the
interpersonal relationships of group members and also impact the overall group climate. Task
functions in groups are behaviors that serve the group charge or task. SelfÂcentered functions
are those that serve the unmet needs of a particular group member at the expense of the
group. In short, task functions move the group closer to achieving their goal, maintenance
functions help keep group work pleasant, and selfÂcentered functions derail group work.
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______ are an element of culture referring to verbal and nonverbal language.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
A speaker says that the population is "nearly 37 million" rather than saying it is
"36,756,666" is using numbers that are ________. Fill in the blanks with correct word
Why do communicators have to be concerned with intimate, personal, social, and public zones in communication?
a. People differ according to their tolerance for space, so when a communicator violates the rules of personal space as dictated by these zones, she/he may offend others. b. There is not much to be concerned about because most people have the same personal space tolerances. c. Intimate space and personal space are of no concern in the business context; only social and public zones merit attention. d. These zones dictate parking places.
What belief would a person living in a high-power distance culture most likely possess?
A. I can build relationships with people from outside of my cultural class. B. I feel comfortable voicing my opinion when I disagree with my boss. C. I can correct my teacher when they have made a mistake. D. I think authority is important and should be respected.