Arrange the following characteristics of stages of group development in the increasing order:

(A) Members begin to resolve differences and clarify the purpose of the group and the roles of group members.

(B) It includes recognition for participation and achievement.

(C) Members are highly task-oriented and there is unity in the group.

(D) Conflicts start arising due to the differences of opinion among members.

(E) Members are moderately eager, have positive expectations, anxious about why they are there, and who other members are

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

The correct answer is (E), (D), (A), (C), (B)

Key Points Group Development:

Group development is the process through which mem newly established work teams get to know their co-bers ofworkers, define their roles and responsibilities, and develop the task work and collaboration skills needed to coordinate their efforts and operate effectively as a group.

Important Points Stages of Group Development:

1. Members are moderately eager, have positive expectations, anxious about why they are there, and who other members are.
2. Conflicts start arising due to the differences of opinion among members.
3. Members begin to resolve differences and clarify the purpose of the group and the roles of group members.
4. Members are highly task-oriented and there is unity in the group.
5. It includes recognition for participation and achievement.