Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Social Influence and Group Processes

Question:
Which of the following statement (s) is/are correct about the stages group formation?
1. In some groups, there are only four stages through which a group passes.
2. All groups always proceed from one stage to the next in a systematic manner i.e forming, storming, norming, performing and adjourning.
Options:
Only 1
Only 2
Both 1 and 2
None of the above
Correct Answer:
Only 1
Explanation:
The fourth stage is performing. By this time, the structure of the group has evolved and is accepted by group members. The group moves towards achieving the group goal. For some groups, this may be the last stage of group development.
It must be noted that all groups do not always proceed from one stage to the next in such a systematic manner. Sometimes several stages go on simultaneously, while in other instances groups may go back and forth through the various stages or they may just skip some of the stages.