The Text Suggests That the Meech Lake Accord Failed Because

question 93

Multiple Choice

The text suggests that the Meech Lake Accord failed because the entire process was negatively affected by groupthink.Which of the following factors was NOT an issue that contributed to groupthink?

• A) The process was described by the participants as being extremely stressful.
• B) Only the small group of politicians was present for any of the discussion.
• C) There was little time after the private discussion to consider alternatives before the Accord came up for ratification.
• D) The leader, Prime Minister Mulroney, was a directive leader.
• E) The leader, Prime Minister Mulroney, was more focused on ensuring that dissenters conformed than making sure the group reached an optimal decision.

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