In Order to Avoid the Phenomenon of Groupthink,the Leader of a Group

question 21

Multiple Choice

In order to avoid the phenomenon of groupthink,the leader of a group should

• A) form subgroups that discuss the problem separately.
• B) state his or her opinions forcefully.
• C) discourage the input of opinions from those outside the group.
• D) discourage group dissent.
• E) encourage the importance of group cohesiveness.

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