During a group meeting, you notice that one member always tries to direct the group's conversations and activities. Which of the following group roles is this member fulfilling?
a. problem solver
b. controller
c. naysayer
d. devil's advocate
B
The controller tries to direct group conversation and activities. The problem solver tries to work through situations and reach a resolution of issues. The naysayer is one who predicts negative consequences, and the devil's advocate always finds fault with everyone and everything.
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