Group Discussion Is More Likely to Result in Polarized Positions

question 91

Multiple Choice

Group discussion is more likely to result in polarized positions when group members are highly motivated to present themselves positively to other group members.This phenomenon is explained by:

• A)terror management theory.
• B)social comparison theory.
• C)social identity theory.
• D)system justification theory.

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