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HudsonKB16 · **on:** Jul 6, 2018

Which of the following statements is true regarding the norming stage of group development?

A) According to the five-stage group development model, this is the second stage in the group development model.
B) This stage is characterized by a great deal of uncertainty about the group's purpose, structure, and leadership.
C) During this stage, members accept the existence of the group but resist the constraints it imposes on individuality.
D) During this stage, the group develops a common set of expectations of what defines correct member behavior.
E) During this stage the group completes the task at hand.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is most likely to be true regarding the performing stage?

A) The performing stage is characterized by a great deal of uncertainty about the group's purpose, structure, and leadership.
B) During the performing stage, there is conflict over who will control the group.
C) The performing stage involves members trying out different behaviors in order to understand which behaviors the group considers acceptable.
D) For permanent work groups, performing is the last stage in development.
E) During the performing stage, members accept the existence of the group but resist the constraints it imposes on individuality.

bigsis44 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 6, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: D) The norming stage is the third stage in the group development process. In this stage, close relationships develop and the group demonstrates cohesiveness. There is now a strong sense of group identity and camaraderie. This norming stage is complete when the group structure solidifies and the group has assimilated a common set of expectations of what defines correct member behavior.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: D) The fourth stage of the five-stage group development model is performing. The structure at this point is fully functional and accepted. Group energy has moved from getting to know and understand each other to performing the task at hand. For permanent work groups, performing is the last stage in development.