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The Role of the Group in Judgment

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What is the primary function of a group in judgment?

  1. To provide a collective opinion.

  2. To facilitate individual decision-making.

  3. To ensure consistency in judgment.

  4. To promote critical thinking.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary function of a group in judgment is to provide a collective opinion that represents the consensus of its members.

How does group judgment differ from individual judgment?

  1. Group judgment is more accurate.

  2. Group judgment is more reliable.

  3. Group judgment is more efficient.

  4. Group judgment is more creative.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Group judgment is generally considered to be more reliable than individual judgment because it is less susceptible to biases and errors.

What are the potential advantages of group judgment?

  1. Increased accuracy.

  2. Enhanced creativity.

  3. Improved decision-making.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Group judgment has the potential to improve accuracy, creativity, and decision-making by combining the knowledge, perspectives, and insights of multiple individuals.

What are the potential disadvantages of group judgment?

  1. Groupthink.

  2. Social loafing.

  3. Domination by a few members.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Group judgment can be susceptible to groupthink, social loafing, and domination by a few members, which can lead to biased and erroneous decisions.

What is groupthink?

  1. A phenomenon in which group members strive for consensus at the expense of critical thinking.

  2. A phenomenon in which group members conform to the opinions of the majority.

  3. A phenomenon in which group members suppress their own opinions in order to avoid conflict.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Groupthink is a phenomenon in which group members strive for consensus at the expense of critical thinking, conform to the opinions of the majority, and suppress their own opinions in order to avoid conflict.

What is social loafing?

  1. A phenomenon in which group members exert less effort when working in a group than when working individually.

  2. A phenomenon in which group members free ride on the efforts of others.

  3. A phenomenon in which group members compete with each other for attention and recognition.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social loafing is a phenomenon in which group members exert less effort when working in a group than when working individually.

How can group judgment be improved?

  1. By promoting critical thinking.

  2. By encouraging diverse perspectives.

  3. By establishing clear goals and objectives.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Group judgment can be improved by promoting critical thinking, encouraging diverse perspectives, and establishing clear goals and objectives.

What is the role of the group leader in judgment?

  1. To facilitate discussion.

  2. To ensure that all members have a chance to participate.

  3. To prevent groupthink.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The role of the group leader in judgment is to facilitate discussion, ensure that all members have a chance to participate, and prevent groupthink.

What are some of the factors that can influence group judgment?

  1. The size of the group.

  2. The composition of the group.

  3. The task at hand.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Group judgment can be influenced by a number of factors, including the size of the group, the composition of the group, and the task at hand.

How can the effects of groupthink be minimized?

  1. By encouraging critical thinking.

  2. By promoting diverse perspectives.

  3. By establishing clear goals and objectives.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The effects of groupthink can be minimized by encouraging critical thinking, promoting diverse perspectives, and establishing clear goals and objectives.

What are some of the challenges to effective group judgment?

  1. Groupthink.

  2. Social loafing.

  3. Domination by a few members.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Effective group judgment can be challenged by groupthink, social loafing, and domination by a few members.

How can groups be structured to promote effective judgment?

  1. By creating diverse groups.

  2. By establishing clear roles and responsibilities.

  3. By providing training in critical thinking and decision-making.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Effective group judgment can be promoted by creating diverse groups, establishing clear roles and responsibilities, and providing training in critical thinking and decision-making.

What are some of the benefits of effective group judgment?

  1. Improved accuracy.

  2. Enhanced creativity.

  3. Better decision-making.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Effective group judgment can lead to improved accuracy, enhanced creativity, and better decision-making.

How can groups be encouraged to engage in critical thinking?

  1. By asking open-ended questions.

  2. By encouraging debate and discussion.

  3. By providing access to relevant information.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Groups can be encouraged to engage in critical thinking by asking open-ended questions, encouraging debate and discussion, and providing access to relevant information.

What are some of the ways to promote diverse perspectives in group judgment?

  1. By creating diverse groups.

  2. By encouraging open-mindedness.

  3. By valuing different viewpoints.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Diverse perspectives in group judgment can be promoted by creating diverse groups, encouraging open-mindedness, and valuing different viewpoints.

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