Which of the Following Statements Captures the Risky Shift Phenomenon

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements captures the risky shift phenomenon?

• A) Groups tend to make riskier decisions than individuals.
• B) Individuals tend to make riskier decisions than groups.
• C) People behave more courageously in groups than when alone.
• D) People behave more courageously when alone than when in groups.

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