Which of the following is an example of a group creativity technique?

The correct answer is A. Delphi technique. The Delphi technique is a structured group creativity and decision-making method where experts iteratively respond to questionnaires, share feedback anonymously, and converge toward a consensus - making it a classic example of a group creativity technique used in forecasting…

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ADelphi technique
BUnanimity
CObservation
DPresentation technique

How the community answered

(24 responses)

A
71% (17)
B
8% (2)
C
17% (4)
D
4% (1)

Explanation

The Delphi technique is a structured group creativity and decision-making method where experts iteratively respond to questionnaires, share feedback anonymously, and converge toward a consensus - making it a classic example of a group creativity technique used in forecasting and problem-solving.

Why the distractors are wrong:

B. Unanimity is a decision outcome (everyone agrees), not a technique for generating ideas.
C. Observation is a data-collection method where someone watches and records behavior - it doesn't involve group creative input.
D. Presentation technique describes a communication format, not a method for generating or refining group ideas.

Memory tip: Think of the Delphi oracle in Greek mythology - wise advisors giving iterative, refined predictions. The Delphi technique mirrors this: a group of experts refining answers in rounds until they reach a well-considered conclusion.

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