Discuss the three different types of conflicts that can occur within a group. Give an example of each conflict

What will be an ideal response?


? Pseudoconflict is when there is a mistaken notion that there is a conflict when none exists.
? Content conflict occurs when people disagree over facts, definitions, implications, solutions, or procedure.
? Ego conflict is one in which the issue, problem, or task becomes lost in the fight for position.

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If people believe that your speech is self-serving, they are likely to view you as:

A) ?less trustworthy. B) ?highly credible. C) ?highly informed. D) ?less personable.

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Mazur's friends know he is stingy, but Mazur is not aware of it himself. We can assume Mazur's stinginess is part of his __________ self.

A. unknown B. blind C. hidden D. open

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George, Paul, and Sue tend to sit together at meetings and like telling stories to each other, sharing private jokes, and sometimes talking about other group members. Within the larger group, the trio would be known as a _____.

A. group deviate B. referent group C. clique D. blocker

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