Read the following scenario.

You work at the library. A meeting has been called to start a discussion about adding beanbags and lounge chairs in one or more parts of the library. Most people have already contributed their ideas. The discussion has already gone on for 15 of the scheduled 20 minutes. Which of the following demonstrates ineffective group participation?

Change the topic in order to briefly cover something, not on the agenda.

Announce that there are five minutes left of scheduled discussion time.

Invite those who have not participated to contribute their ideas.

Remind attendees that differences of opinion are respected.

Question

Allison Randolph

English

11 September, 18:11

Read the following scenario.

You work at the library. A meeting has been called to start a discussion about adding beanbags and lounge chairs in one or more parts of the library. Most people have already contributed their ideas. The discussion has already gone on for 15 of the scheduled 20 minutes. Which of the following demonstrates ineffective group participation?

Change the topic in order to briefly cover something, not on the agenda.

Announce that there are five minutes left of scheduled discussion time.

Invite those who have not participated to contribute their ideas.

Remind attendees that differences of opinion are respected.

+4

Answers (1)

Know the Answer?

Lauren Callahan · Answer 1

Definitely ineffective, change the topic in order to briefly cover something not on the agenda - that is an example of ineffective group participation. its the group leader insists that everyone come to an agreement in the next five minutes.