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Choose any group to which you currently belong or have belonged to in the past. Discuss the type of group, its intended purpose, and how it was formed. What were some benefits and challenges you faced while working in this group?

Do you think it is essential to appoint a formal leader? Why or why not?

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This solution discusses the challenges and benefits of a group. It also discusses if it is important to have a formal leader for a group. It uses an example to illustrate the points. The essential to appoint a formal leader is determined.

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This is an interesting question- I am a coach for a water polo team. The group's purpose is to practice and play water polo, and hopefully to win. The group was formed by some athletes self-selecting themselves, others joined as friends of those already a part of the team, and some were recruited based on their abilities.
In working with the team there are a wide range of abilities, personalities, and backgrounds. Some of the players are very mature and able to balance their moods and actions. ...

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