CF Consensus Building & Group Agreement 3

Question 1

Which facilitator behavior is MOST likely to undermine consensus building?

Accepted Answer

Advocating for a particular outcome because it seems most logical

Answer

Facilitators must remain content-neutral; advocating for a specific outcome violates impartiality and can bias the group's decision-making process.

Question 2

When a group member says 'I can live with this decision even though it's not my preference,' this BEST represents:

Accepted Answer

A genuine consensus position that enables the group to move forward

Answer

The ability to support a decision that is not one's first choice while still committing to its implementation is the hallmark of authentic consensus.

Question 3

Which of the following BEST describes the facilitator's role when a dominant participant repeatedly overrides others during consensus discussion?

Accepted Answer

Use process interventions to ensure equitable participation, such as structured rounds or talking passes

Answer

Structured participation techniques like round-robins or talking sticks redistribute speaking opportunities fairly without singling out or shaming the dominant participant.

Question 4

A 'consent-based' decision-making model differs from consensus in that it:

Accepted Answer

Asks 'Is there any paramount objection?' rather than 'Does everyone agree?'

Answer

Consent-based models (used in sociocracy) pass a proposal unless someone raises a fundamental objection, focusing on sufficiency rather than optimality.

Question 5

After reaching consensus, a skilled facilitator should IMMEDIATELY:

Accepted Answer

Clearly state and visually record the agreed decision for all to confirm

Answer

Explicitly stating and visibly recording the decision ensures shared understanding, prevents later disputes, and gives the group a chance to correct any misrepresentation.

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CF Consensus Building & Group Agreement 3