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Hrmt 424: Group Dynamics Question Paper

Hrmt 424: Group Dynamics

Course:Bachelor Of Commerce

Institution: Kabarak University question papers

Exam Year:2010

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Answer questions ONE and any other TWO questions.
2. Use of relevant examples will be rewarded.
3. Be clear and neat.
4. Do not write on the question paper.

QUESTION ONE (COMPULSORY) 30 MARKS.
a) Socialization follows accumulative predictable sequence. With the use of relevant
examples, explain the socialization and maintenance stages. (10 marks)
b) Explain the measurements used in the study of Group Dynamics. (5marks)
c) Group-think renders groups inefficient and unproductive. Clearly examine the
symptoms of group-think in an organization. (8 marks)
d) Discuss some of the main stressors that encroach on group territories and interfere
with the outcome of social interactions. (7 marks)
QUESTION TWO.
a) Groups are always faced with problems needing solutions. Although no two
groups reach their decisions in the same way, the stages of decision making
appear consistent in many groups. Clearly examine these stages. (10 marks)
b) Examine the perspectives postulated in the study of Group Dynamics. (5marks)
c) Group members respond to social influence through various ways. Discuss.
(5marks)
QUESTION THREE.
a) Various theories have been forwarded to explain collective behavior. Clearly
examine Zimbardo’s Deindividualisation Theory citing the factors that leads
to this theory. (10 marks)
b) Explain what is meant by group structure and the components that form group
structure. (10 marks)
QUESTION FOUR.
a) Although a group may claim a territory, each member of the group has his/her
own territory. Explain the importance of individual territories. (5 marks)
b) Explain the dimensions of social influence in a group. (5 marks)
c) In groups, interdependent individuals pool their personal effort to reach specified
goals. Distinguish between social facilitation and social loafing as expressed
when groups perform tasks. (5 marks)
d) Explain what is meant by group polarization and its causes. (5 marks)

Hrmt 424: Group Dynamics Question Paper

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