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Compare and contrast between a group and a team. Include analysis of communication, diversity, conflict management, and motivation.

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This solution includes a discussion of the terms "group" and "team" as well as similarities and differences between the terms. In addition, the issues of communication, diversity, conflict management and motivation are related to the concepts of groups and teams. Links for additional helpful information are offered.

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Problem: Compare and contrast between a group and a team; include analysis of communication, diversity, conflict management, and motivation.

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In a group, each member is responsible for his own actions, but not necessarily for the outcome. In a team, the responsibility is for the outcome or result of the team effort. Teams have interdependent members; groups have members that act individually and work together. Teams, because they are focused on the outcome, have greater collective identity and help motivate ...

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