In terms of group membership, which scenario illustrates a potential drawback of open groups?

• A. A group with a fixed roster.
• B. A group that meets less frequently.
• C. A member who joins after the first meeting has missed information or experiences.
• D. A group with multiple co-leaders.

Answer: (C)

Open groups can accept new participants at any time, which creates a challenge with continuity of experience and information. When a member joins after the first meeting, they may have missed important discussions, agreements, or shared experiences that set the group’s context. That gap can make it harder for the newcomer to engage fully, complicate the group’s cohesion, and require extra time to bring them up to speed. The other scenarios focus on structure (a fixed roster), scheduling (less frequent meetings), or leadership (co-leaders) rather than on how ongoing membership affects sharing and integration, which is why this scenario best illustrates a drawback of open groups.