Jake?s communication teacher had just assigned groups for a problem-solving discussion
project. After briefly introducing themselves, Jake?s group quickly began talking over the topic
they would select.
Charise suggested, ?Let?s just discuss alcohol abuse on campus; there is lots
of information available, and we all know someone it applies to.? Jeremy piped in, ?Yes, let?s
do. Why waste time haggling over topics? Let?s just get on with it.? Jake replied, ?Why don?t
we hold off deciding until we think of some additional topics. That way, we?ll have several to
choose from and we can compare them.? Which function is Jake suggesting for his group?
A) identify a clear goal B) gather and use information effectively
C) develop options D) develop a results driven structure
C
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a) goals b) ideals c) group norms d) laws