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One reason people join groups is to
 
  a. avoid having to deal with normative social influence.
  b. accomplish objectives that are more difficult or impossible to accomplish alone.
  c. decrease their cohesiveness.
  d. avoid well-defined social roles.

Question 2

With the redistricting of the school system, Coach Taylor's football team for the upcoming season is more diverse than usual, with kids from a wide range of backgrounds,
 
  including socioeconomic status, race/ethnicity, family status, sexual orientation, and even football experience. Research suggests which of the following conclusions regarding a diverse group such as this?
  a. His team will definitely win more games than will less diverse teams.
  b. His team will likely experience deficits in performance, creativity, and problem solving when compared to less diverse teams.
  c. His team is likely to experience threats to morale and group cohesion, but these challenges will probably lessen as the season goes on.
  d. His team will avoid relying on clear social roles.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


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Reply #2 on: Jun 22, 2018
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