Which of the Following Is an Example of Groupthink

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of groupthink?

• A) group members discuss openly their issues and confront each other
• B) group members individually cast their votes and then attempt to sway others to their way of thinking
• C) members conform to the group's ideas and resist any opposition
• D) a leader suggests an idea and members are free to offer their thinking
• E) leaders are elected and they make their opinions the predominant one

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Definitions:

Social Category

A group of people who share a common characteristic or attribute but do not necessarily interact with one another.

Triads

A type of organized crime syndicate in China and in countries with significant Chinese populations.

Collective Good

Benefits or values that are shared and accessible by all members of a given community, often exemplified by public goods like clean air and public parks.

Partner Constrained

A situation in relationships where one partner limits the choices or actions of the other, often leading to power imbalances.