Which of the following stages of a five-stage group-development model is characterized by a great deal of uncertainty about the group's purpose, structure, and leadership?
A) introduction
B) storming
C) forming
D) evolution
E) norming
C
Explanation: C) The first stage, forming, is characterized by a great deal of uncertainty about the group's purpose, structure, and leadership. Members "test the waters" to determine what types of behaviors are acceptable.
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