A Group Begins to Discuss a Difficult or Controversial Issue

question 220

Multiple Choice

A group begins to discuss a difficult or controversial issue. Group polarization is most likely to occur if the group members

• A) are about equally divided between two positions at the start of the discussion.
• B) are nearly in agreement at the start of the discussion.
• C) vote entirely by secret ballot.
• D) like to argue with each other.

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