Arrange the following characteristics of stages of group development in the increasing order:
1. Members begin to resolve differences and clarify the purpose of the group and the roles of group member.
2. It includes recognition for participation and achievement.
3. Members are highly task-oriented and there is unity in the group.
4. Conflicts start arising due to the differences of opinion among members.
5. 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:

1. Members are moderately eager, have positive expectations, anxious about why they are there, and who other members are (5) - Forming Stage:

   • In the forming stage, members are usually polite, tentative, and anxious as they get to know each other. There is uncertainty about roles and goals.

2. Conflicts start arising due to the differences of opinion among members (4) - Storming Stage:

   • In the storming stage, members may clash as different personalities and working styles emerge. Conflicts about roles, ideas, and working methods are common.

3. Members begin to resolve differences and clarify the purpose of the group and the roles of group members (1) - Norming Stage:

   • During the norming stage, members start resolving conflicts, developing group norms, and clarifying roles. There’s a sense of unity forming, and the group begins to work more cohesively.

4. Members are highly task-oriented and there is unity in the group (3) - Performing Stage:

   • In the performing stage, the group is now highly effective, with members focused on tasks and working efficiently together. There is a high level of unity and collaboration.

5. It includes recognition for participation and achievement (2) - Performing Stage (also fits here):

   • Recognition for participation and achievement typically occurs in the performing stage when the group is functioning at its best and success is being acknowledged.

Thus, the correct order is 5 → 4 → 1 → 3 → 2.

Information Booster:

• Tuckman’s Stages of Group Development:

  • Forming: Members are getting acquainted and uncertain about their roles and tasks.
  • Storming: Tensions arise as people push for their ideas and struggle with differences.
  • Norming: The group resolves conflicts, roles are clarified, and norms are established.
  • Performing: The group is highly effective, task-focused, and collaborative.
  • Adjourning (not explicitly in the question): The group disbands after achieving its goals.

• Task-Oriented vs. Relationship-Oriented Groups:

  • In the performing stage, groups tend to be both task-oriented and relationship-oriented, with clear roles and a high level of cooperation.