Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 90

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

• A) Groupthink occurs more often when a group is isolated from outside opinions.
• B) A strong directive leader who makes his or her opinions known protects the group from groupthink.
• C) Groups that are highly cohesive and believe they are invulnerable and morally correct are likely to fall prey to groupthink.
• D) Normative influence is more important than informational influence in creating groupthink.

Understand how Machiavellian values relate to organizational politics and power dynamics.

Recognize the role of effective communication and change management in minimizing organizational politics.

Understand the concept of countervailing power and how it operates in organizational relationships.

Appreciate the importance of cultural differences in preferred influence tactics.

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Definitions:

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