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This type of tension happens at the very start of group life, when members are polite, cautious, and sometimes awkward.
What is primary tension?
This kind of tension shows up when a group first forms, with politeness and awkwardness in early interactions.
What is primary tension?
This factor of group climate exists when members believe others are honest, reliable, and have good intentions.
What is trust?
This group role describes members who follow rather than lead, rely on others for direction, and seek safety in conformity.
What are sheep?
These are the two main types of roles in a small group.
What are formal and informal roles?
Groups must balance task focus and relationship focus. This challenge is known as the ________ problem.
What is the equilibrium problem?
Groups must manage this challenge: balancing getting work done while keeping positive relationships.
What is the equilibrium problem?
This describes how strongly members feel connected and committed to the group.
What is cohesiveness?
This role is taken by someone who quickly establishes themselves as team leader, sometimes acting a bit dictatorial.
What is a power del?
Task, maintenance, and individual are the three main categories of these.
What are group roles?
The ongoing process where newcomers and existing members adapt to each other through communication.
What is group socialization?
This type of tension arises when group members disagree over ideas, tasks, or decisions.
What is secondary tension?
This factor of group climate is present when members feel free to share ideas without fear of rejection.
What is supportiveness?
This role is usually filled by someone the leader relies on; not as established as the leader, but still influential in the group.
What is a ride or die?
Members who violate group norms are called this.
Who are deviants?