Group Polarization Is When

question 39

Multiple Choice

Group polarization is when

• A) Group members share their unique information
• B) Group members gain insight into the group process
• C) Group members gain insight unknown to any individual member
• D) Groups make decisions more extreme that the initial inclination of its
• Members

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Definitions:

Avoidance Forces

Factors or motivations that lead individuals or groups to avoid certain situations or decisions due to anticipated negative outcomes.

Degree of Control

Refers to the extent to which individuals feel they have power or influence over the outcomes or events in their lives.

Stress

A state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.

Cannon-Bard

A theory proposing that emotion-provoking events lead simultaneously to both emotional and physical reactions.