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The nominal group technique is the idea generation method that will encourage the most creativity in groups. 

How does the concept of “equitable contribution” contribute to social loafing?a) When individuals believe others are not putting in effort, they reduce their own effort.b) When individuals feel they are contributing more than others, they become more motivated.c) When individuals feel they are contributing equally, they become less motivated.d) When individuals feel they are contributing less than others, they become more motivated.

Since informal norms are implied, they have no consequences when deviated from.

When group members really like being in their group and have a high level of commitment to their shared goals and tasks, they are said to have: 

What is the primary cause of frustration in the first stage of Thomas’s conflict model?

If some members are not yet at the meeting at the time it was supposed to start, the meeting coordinator should wait ten minutes for everyone to arrive.  

A committee is tasked with selecting a new company logo. They spend weeks debating different options, unable to reach a final decision. What decision-making issue is this committee facing?

Which of the following is likely to happen as group size increases? Choose all that are correct. 

Group climate is:

________ is a negative role in which a person monopolizes group time and acts superior.