Question

ela 10 b semester exam
what is the main purpose of collaborating with other members of a collegial discussion group? (1 point)

• collaboration ensures that group members never disagree.
• collaboration allows group members to become friends with one another.
• collaboration helps establish a hierarchy among group members.
• collaboration helps the group build consensus on a topic.

Explanation:

To determine the main purpose of collaborating in a collegial discussion group, we analyze each option:

• The first option is incorrect because collaboration does not eliminate disagreements (they are natural in discussions).
• The second option is incorrect as the primary purpose of a collegial discussion group is not to make friends.
• The third option is incorrect because collaboration in such groups is about shared ideas, not establishing hierarchy.
• The fourth option is correct: Collaboration in a discussion group aims to have members share perspectives and reach a common understanding (consensus) on the topic.

Answer:

D. Collaboration helps the group build consensus on a topic.