, IOP2602 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester
1 2025 (151985 ) - DUE 19 March 2025; 100% Correct
solutions and explanations.
QUESTION 1 Define a group (1½). Then define, discuss and
give an example of a formal group (2) and an informal group
(2½). Note that ½ marks are awarded per fact 2. Discuss what
takes place during the forming stage of a group’s development
IOP2601 Discuss the punctuated-equilibrium model that
temporary groups with deadlines follow. 1. Anchoring 2.
Attitude 3. Behaviour 4. Cognitive 5. Diversity 6. Heuristic 7.
Inclusion 8. Perception 9. Performance 10. Psychology 11.
Satisfaction 12. Surface-level diversity
Group Definition (1½ Marks)
A group is defined as a collection of two or more individuals
who interact with one another, are interdependent, and share a
common goal or purpose. Members of a group typically
influence each other’s behaviors, attitudes, and opinions, and
they work together to achieve shared objectives.
Formal Group (2 Marks)
A formal group is an organized group established by an
authority (such as a manager or leader) to achieve specific tasks
or goals. These groups are structured with defined roles,
responsibilities, and hierarchies. The formal group is usually
created within an organizational setting, such as a project team
or a department.
1 2025 (151985 ) - DUE 19 March 2025; 100% Correct
solutions and explanations.
QUESTION 1 Define a group (1½). Then define, discuss and
give an example of a formal group (2) and an informal group
(2½). Note that ½ marks are awarded per fact 2. Discuss what
takes place during the forming stage of a group’s development
IOP2601 Discuss the punctuated-equilibrium model that
temporary groups with deadlines follow. 1. Anchoring 2.
Attitude 3. Behaviour 4. Cognitive 5. Diversity 6. Heuristic 7.
Inclusion 8. Perception 9. Performance 10. Psychology 11.
Satisfaction 12. Surface-level diversity
Group Definition (1½ Marks)
A group is defined as a collection of two or more individuals
who interact with one another, are interdependent, and share a
common goal or purpose. Members of a group typically
influence each other’s behaviors, attitudes, and opinions, and
they work together to achieve shared objectives.
Formal Group (2 Marks)
A formal group is an organized group established by an
authority (such as a manager or leader) to achieve specific tasks
or goals. These groups are structured with defined roles,
responsibilities, and hierarchies. The formal group is usually
created within an organizational setting, such as a project team
or a department.
